Lawrence Chua, M.D.
NPI 1487613691 · Internal Medicine Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Chua, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1487613691).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487613691
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 31669 (AZ)
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 tenure28% of score
20 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
690 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 Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 246 | $71 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 141 | $103 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 81 | $114 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 59 | $76 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 48 | $174 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 121 | 41 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 95 | 33 |
| Gabapentin | 70 | 37 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 54 | 30 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 47 | 20 |
| Carvedilol | 43 | 19 |
| Furosemide | 41 | 21 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-17
- Last updated
- 2010-09-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Chua's NPI number?
- Lawrence Chua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487613691, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Chua's specialty?
- Lawrence Chua is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Chua located?
- Lawrence Chua's practice location on file with NPPES is 19829 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027-4001.
- What is Lawrence Chua's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Chua is (602) 505-4479.
- Does Lawrence Chua accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Chua is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Chua's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Chua's NPI (1487613691) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-09-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.