Edward Chu, MD
NPI 1487640272 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Newport News, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Chu, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Newport News, VA (NPI 1487640272).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487640272
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101056328 (VA)
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
20 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
5,955 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 | 2,786 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 588 | $95 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 441 | $29 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 385 | $66 |
| Ultrasound Study of One Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93971 | 131 | $20 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 549 | 167 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 216 | 56 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 205 | 54 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 198 | 56 |
| Isosorbide Mononitratebrand: Isosorbide Mononitrate Er | 190 | 59 |
| Diltiazem Hclbrand: Diltiazem 24hr Er (cd) | 162 | 50 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,087 across 20 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
- 2005-09-27
- Last updated
- 2016-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Chu's NPI number?
- Edward Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487640272, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Chu's specialty?
- Edward Chu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Chu located?
- Edward Chu's practice location on file with NPPES is 11803 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23606-2565.
- What is Edward Chu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Chu is (757) 873-0360.
- Does Edward Chu accept Medicare?
- Edward Chu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Chu's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Chu's NPI (1487640272) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.