Derek Yu, MD
NPI 1568889731 · Neurology Physician · Federal Way, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Derek Yu, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Federal Way, WA (NPI 1568889731).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568889731
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
562 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 194 | $195 |
| 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 | 113 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 65 | $139 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 44 | $60 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Facial and Neck Nerve Muscles on Both Sides of Face64615 | 40 | $145 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), 61-119 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 178 | 32 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 108 | 25 |
| Levetiracetambrand: Levetiracetam Er | 89 | 18 |
| Lamotrigine | 86 | 18 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 86 | 20 |
| Gabapentin | 81 | 23 |
| Memantine Hcl | 67 | 14 |
| Topiramate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$160 across 4 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1983 Marengo StApartment A14Los Angeles, CA 90033-1370Phone: (405) 808-5145
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-03-25
- Last updated
- 2021-05-12
- Certified
- 2021-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Derek Yu's NPI number?
- Derek Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568889731, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Derek Yu's specialty?
- Derek Yu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Derek Yu located?
- Derek Yu's practice location on file with NPPES is 301 S 320th St, Federal Way, WA 98003-5200.
- What is Derek Yu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Derek Yu is (253) 874-7000.
- Does Derek Yu accept Medicare?
- Derek Yu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Derek Yu's NPI active?
- Yes — Derek Yu's NPI (1568889731) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.