Fred Chiu, M.D.
NPI 1558557272 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Terrytown, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fred Chiu, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Terrytown, LA (NPI 1558557272).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558557272
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD.203843 (LA)
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
18 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
1,318 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 | 427 | $116 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 330 | $58 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/MsG0480 | 310 | $112 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 72 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 43 | $87 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 2,946 | 340 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 2,673 | 272 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 1,609 | 284 |
| Gabapentin | 1,176 | 226 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 636 | 103 |
| Pregabalin | 371 | 62 |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$217 across 10 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
- 2007-09-16
- Last updated
- 2012-06-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fred Chiu's NPI number?
- Fred Chiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558557272, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fred Chiu's specialty?
- Fred Chiu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fred Chiu located?
- Fred Chiu's practice location on file with NPPES is 2600 Belle Chasse Hwy, Terrytown, LA 70056-7156.
- What is Fred Chiu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fred Chiu is (504) 391-7670.
- Does Fred Chiu accept Medicare?
- Fred Chiu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fred Chiu's NPI active?
- Yes — Fred Chiu's NPI (1558557272) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.