Joseph Vu, MD
NPI 1790998490 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Vu, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1790998490).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790998490
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 664839 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methimazole | 228 | 85 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 89 | 29 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 39 | 21 |
| Testosterone | 39 | 13 |
| Calcitriol | 30 | — |
| Hydrocortisone | 28 | 11 |
| Cabergoline | 27 | — |
| Insulin Glargine-Yfgn | 25 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-08
- Last updated
- 2021-12-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Vu's NPI number?
- Joseph Vu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790998490, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Vu's specialty?
- Joseph Vu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Vu located?
- Joseph Vu's practice location on file with NPPES is 4150 V St, Sacramento, CA 95817-1460.
- What is Joseph Vu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Vu is (916) 734-3730.
- Does Joseph Vu accept Medicare?
- Joseph Vu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Vu's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Vu's NPI (1790998490) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.