Thomas Chu, MD
NPI 1760482806 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Chu, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1760482806).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760482806
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G68694 (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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
8,040 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 3,048 | $44 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,586 | $139 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,318 | $124 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 1,127 | $99 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 617 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 196 | $179 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ofloxacin | 365 | 176 |
| Latanoprost | 148 | 55 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 101 | 31 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 75 | 21 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 60 | 25 |
| Timolol Maleate | 50 | 14 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 39 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$332 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
Additional practice locations (4)
- 1510 S Central Ave Ste 230Glendale, CA 91204-2583Phone: (818) 797-4870Fax: (213) 975-9118
- 12840 Riverside Dr Ste 333North Hollywood, CA 91607-3386Phone: (818) 754-2090Fax: (213) 975-9118
- 301 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 407Pasadena, CA 91105-2562Phone: (626) 204-1410Fax: (213) 975-9118
- 3400 Lomita Blvd Ste 202Torrance, CA 90505-4914Phone: (310) 891-1000Fax: (213) 975-9118
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-29
- Last updated
- 2026-02-16
- Certified
- 2026-02-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Chu's NPI number?
- Thomas Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760482806, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Chu's specialty?
- Thomas Chu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Chu located?
- Thomas Chu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 380, Los Angeles, CA 90017-4886.
- What is Thomas Chu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Chu is (213) 483-8810.
- Does Thomas Chu accept Medicare?
- Thomas Chu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Chu's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Chu's NPI (1760482806) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.