Peter Wu, M.D.
NPI 1639469828 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Peter Wu, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1639469828).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639469828
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036.138573 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 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
2,318 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 632 | $96 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 388 | $45 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 302 | $533 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 249 | $160 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 145 | $114 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 137 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 897 | 472 |
| Ofloxacin | 678 | 410 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 223 | 138 |
| Fluorometholone | 94 | 49 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 91 | 30 |
| Perfluorohexyloctane/Pfbrand: Miebo | 80 | 26 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 80 | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,966 across 48 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
- 2011-04-09
- Last updated
- 2016-06-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Peter Wu's NPI number?
- Peter Wu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639469828, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Peter Wu's specialty?
- Peter Wu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Peter Wu located?
- Peter Wu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1855 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612-7242.
- What is Peter Wu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Peter Wu is (312) 996-8937.
- Does Peter Wu accept Medicare?
- Peter Wu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Peter Wu's NPI active?
- Yes — Peter Wu's NPI (1639469828) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-06-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.