Arthur Lu, MD
NPI 1659434546 · Ophthalmology Physician · Westminster, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arthur Lu, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Westminster, CA (NPI 1659434546).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659434546
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G52793 (CA)
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
19 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
3,655 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 | 1,212 | $99 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 1,012 | $13 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 586 | $20 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 254 | $39 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 193 | $138 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 146 | $27 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 45 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 1,953 | 397 |
| Cyclosporine | 1,380 | 312 |
| Latanoprost | 1,231 | 201 |
| Perfluorohexyloctane/Pfbrand: Miebo | 1,000 | 277 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 844 | 215 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 547 | 122 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Cequa | 394 | 70 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$632 across 5 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
- 2006-12-19
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arthur Lu's NPI number?
- Arthur Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659434546, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arthur Lu's specialty?
- Arthur Lu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arthur Lu located?
- Arthur Lu's practice location on file with NPPES is 14571 Magnolia St, Westminster, CA 92683-5576.
- What is Arthur Lu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arthur Lu is (714) 894-4599.
- Does Arthur Lu accept Medicare?
- Arthur Lu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arthur Lu's NPI active?
- Yes — Arthur Lu's NPI (1659434546) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.