Timothy Lu, M.D.
NPI 1760894661 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Templeton, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Timothy Lu, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Templeton, CA (NPI 1760894661).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760894661
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- 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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
8,604 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 1,269 | $8 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 480 | $9 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 469 | $39 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 348 | $42 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 254 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 221 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$243 across 1 record (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
- 2014-05-27
- Last updated
- 2022-06-29
- Certified
- 2022-06-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Timothy Lu's NPI number?
- Timothy Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760894661, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Timothy Lu's specialty?
- Timothy Lu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Timothy Lu located?
- Timothy Lu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1310 Las Tablas Rd Ste 103, Templeton, CA 93465-9746.
- What is Timothy Lu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Timothy Lu is (805) 461-7080.
- Does Timothy Lu accept Medicare?
- Timothy Lu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Timothy Lu's NPI active?
- Yes — Timothy Lu's NPI (1760894661) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.