Yaohua Lu, MD
NPI 1568786242 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Roanoke, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Yaohua Lu, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Roanoke, VA (NPI 1568786242).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568786242
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 042.0013008 (VT)
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
16 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
670 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 73 | $33 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 71 | $124 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 70 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 70 | $83 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 69 | $95 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 112 | 45 |
| Pregabalin | 74 | 21 |
| Baclofen | 47 | 22 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 46 | 22 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 44 | 13 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 41 | 15 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 41 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$225 across 6 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
- 2010-03-24
- Last updated
- 2022-05-02
- Certified
- 2022-05-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yaohua Lu's NPI number?
- Yaohua Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568786242, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Yaohua Lu's specialty?
- Yaohua Lu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Yaohua Lu located?
- Yaohua Lu's practice location on file with NPPES is 2331 Franklin Rd Sw, Roanoke, VA 24014-1111.
- What is Yaohua Lu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Yaohua Lu is (540) 224-5170.
- Does Yaohua Lu accept Medicare?
- Yaohua Lu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Yaohua Lu's NPI active?
- Yes — Yaohua Lu's NPI (1568786242) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.