Garvin Chu, M.D.
NPI 1356427538 · Family Medicine Physician · Brea, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Garvin Chu, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Brea, CA (NPI 1356427538).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356427538
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A94107 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 93 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 929 | 323 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 443 | 164 |
| Lisinopril | 389 | 138 |
| Losartan Potassium | 371 | 122 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 287 | 110 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 233 | 83 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-31
- Last updated
- 2021-12-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Garvin Chu's NPI number?
- Garvin Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356427538, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Garvin Chu's specialty?
- Garvin Chu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Garvin Chu located?
- Garvin Chu's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 W Central Ave, Brea, CA 92821-3027.
- What is Garvin Chu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Garvin Chu is (714) 449-4800.
- Does Garvin Chu accept Medicare?
- Garvin Chu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Garvin Chu's NPI active?
- Yes — Garvin Chu's NPI (1356427538) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.