Dennis Hu, MD
NPI 1871988386 · Nephrology Physician · Roanoke, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dennis Hu, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Roanoke, VA (NPI 1871988386).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871988386
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0101268601 (VA)
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
11 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
6,280 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 758 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 739 | $111 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 658 | $9 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 445 | $5 |
| Total Protein Level, Urine84156 | 444 | $4 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 397 | $3 |
| 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 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 206 | 54 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 139 | 41 |
| Furosemide | 130 | 44 |
| Calcitriol | 104 | 33 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 84 | 27 |
| Lisinopril | 66 | 18 |
| Potassium Chloride | 55 | 16 |
| Bumetanide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$278 across 13 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
- 2015-04-01
- Last updated
- 2020-08-13
- Certified
- 2020-08-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dennis Hu's NPI number?
- Dennis Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871988386, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dennis Hu's specialty?
- Dennis Hu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dennis Hu located?
- Dennis Hu's practice location on file with NPPES is 2602 Franklin Rd Sw, Roanoke, VA 24014-1010.
- What is Dennis Hu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dennis Hu is (540) 344-1400.
- Does Dennis Hu accept Medicare?
- Dennis Hu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dennis Hu's NPI active?
- Yes — Dennis Hu's NPI (1871988386) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.