Katherine Lu, MD
NPI 1720405087 · Dermatology Physician · Crawfordsville, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Katherine Lu, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Crawfordsville, IN (NPI 1720405087).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720405087
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A152052 (CA)
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
12 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
2,432 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,115 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 290 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 290 | $120 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 172 | $76 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 172 | $102 |
| 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 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 90 | 77 |
| Mupirocin | 80 | 74 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 73 | 54 |
| Ketoconazole | 70 | 54 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 51 | 26 |
| Minoxidil | 33 | 13 |
| Tretinoin | 26 | 21 |
| Hydrocortisone | 22 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$152 across 8 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
- 2014-03-25
- Last updated
- 2025-11-03
- Certified
- 2025-11-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Katherine Lu's NPI number?
- Katherine Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720405087, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Katherine Lu's specialty?
- Katherine Lu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Katherine Lu located?
- Katherine Lu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1601 Lafayette Rd Ste 100, Crawfordsville, IN 47933-1032.
- What is Katherine Lu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Katherine Lu is (765) 362-1212.
- Does Katherine Lu accept Medicare?
- Katherine Lu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Katherine Lu's NPI active?
- Yes — Katherine Lu's NPI (1720405087) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.