Melvin Lu, M.D.
NPI 1336287994 · Dermatology Physician · Weeki Wachee, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melvin Lu, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Weeki Wachee, FL (NPI 1336287994).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336287994
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME 70999 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,701 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 2,509 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,020 | $88 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 538 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 305 | $125 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 297 | $87 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 114 | 86 |
| Ketoconazole | 96 | 53 |
| Cephalexin | 61 | 45 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 60 | 24 |
| Mupirocin | 47 | 38 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 43 | 21 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 33 | 22 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$259 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-02
- Last updated
- 2008-01-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melvin Lu's NPI number?
- Melvin Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336287994, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melvin Lu's specialty?
- Melvin Lu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melvin Lu located?
- Melvin Lu's practice location on file with NPPES is 10133 Cortez Blvd, Weeki Wachee, FL 34613-6385.
- What is Melvin Lu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melvin Lu is (352) 596-4401.
- Does Melvin Lu accept Medicare?
- Melvin Lu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melvin Lu's NPI active?
- Yes — Melvin Lu's NPI (1336287994) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.