Charles Lu, MD
NPI 1457409435 · Nephrology Physician · Fontana, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Lu, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Fontana, CA (NPI 1457409435).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457409435
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A61301 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
23 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 23 | $78 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $78–$78 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 130 | 45 |
| Furosemide | 106 | 40 |
| Calcitriol | 85 | 41 |
| Lisinopril | 77 | 30 |
| Losartan Potassium | 77 | 39 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 71 | 26 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 67 | 32 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-08
- Last updated
- 2021-11-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Lu's NPI number?
- Charles Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457409435, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Lu's specialty?
- Charles Lu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Lu located?
- Charles Lu's practice location on file with NPPES is 9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 92335-6720.
- What is Charles Lu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Lu is (909) 427-3910.
- Does Charles Lu accept Medicare?
- Charles Lu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Lu's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Lu's NPI (1457409435) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.