Phillip Wu, M.D.
NPI 1962481598 · Ophthalmology Physician · Evanston, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Phillip Wu, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Evanston, IL (NPI 1962481598).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962481598
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
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
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,776 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,025 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 870 | $98 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 498 | $39 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 468 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 403 | $137 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 396 | $35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 393 | 112 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 211 | 58 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 188 | 65 |
| Timolol Maleate | 186 | 47 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 171 | 51 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 154 | 38 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 144 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,067 across 44 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
- 2006-01-12
- Last updated
- 2008-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Phillip Wu's NPI number?
- Phillip Wu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962481598, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Phillip Wu's specialty?
- Phillip Wu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Phillip Wu located?
- Phillip Wu's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201-4668.
- What is Phillip Wu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Phillip Wu is (847) 424-1100.
- Does Phillip Wu accept Medicare?
- Phillip Wu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Phillip Wu's NPI active?
- Yes — Phillip Wu's NPI (1962481598) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.