Paul Chu, M.D.
NPI 1477558658 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Independence, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Chu, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Independence, MO (NPI 1477558658).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477558658
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 102011 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
21 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
2,348 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 498 | $8 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 449 | $69 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 324 | $129 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 289 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 187 | $91 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 62 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 476 | 144 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 472 | 130 |
| Carvedilol | 459 | 132 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 323 | 84 |
| Ezetimibe | 317 | 84 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 311 | 92 |
| Spironolactone | 304 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,312 across 74 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
- 2005-06-15
- Last updated
- 2022-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Chu's NPI number?
- Paul Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477558658, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Chu's specialty?
- Paul Chu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Chu located?
- Paul Chu's practice location on file with NPPES is 19550 E 39th St S, Independence, MO 64057-2358.
- What is Paul Chu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Chu is (816) 461-6837.
- Does Paul Chu accept Medicare?
- Paul Chu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Chu's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Chu's NPI (1477558658) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.