Nelson Chiu, MD
NPI 1558637579 · Family Medicine Physician · Kent, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nelson Chiu, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Kent, WA (NPI 1558637579).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558637579
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD60484863 (WA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
14 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
839 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 216 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 128 | $146 |
| 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'SG2211 | 87 | $18 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 78 | $130 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 78 | $150 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 74 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 330 | 95 |
| Lisinopril | 159 | 46 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 159 | 48 |
| Gabapentin | 113 | 32 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 110 | 23 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 95 | 18 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-03-23
- Last updated
- 2015-09-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nelson Chiu's NPI number?
- Nelson Chiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558637579, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nelson Chiu's specialty?
- Nelson Chiu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nelson Chiu located?
- Nelson Chiu's practice location on file with NPPES is 23213 Pacific Hwy S, Kent, WA 98032-2721.
- What is Nelson Chiu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nelson Chiu is (206) 870-8880.
- Does Nelson Chiu accept Medicare?
- Nelson Chiu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nelson Chiu's NPI active?
- Yes — Nelson Chiu's NPI (1558637579) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.