Huifang Lu, M.D. PHD
NPI 1487672879 · Rheumatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Huifang Lu, M.D. PHD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1487672879).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487672879
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D. PHD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M1209 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
533 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 181 | $97 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 129 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 85 | $126 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 31 | $129 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 30 | $183 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Alendronate Sodium | 72 | 35 |
| Prednisone | 41 | 19 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 24 | — |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 20 | — |
| Tocilizumabbrand: Actemra | 12 | — |
| Canakinumab/Pfbrand: Ilaris | 11 | — |
| Allopurinol | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$254 across 3 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
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2012-07-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Huifang Lu's NPI number?
- Huifang Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487672879, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Huifang Lu's specialty?
- Huifang Lu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Huifang Lu located?
- Huifang Lu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009.
- What is Huifang Lu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Huifang Lu is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Huifang Lu accept Medicare?
- Huifang Lu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Huifang Lu's NPI active?
- Yes — Huifang Lu's NPI (1487672879) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-07-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.