Xuong Lu, M.D.
NPI 1972774974 · Gastroenterology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Xuong Lu, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1972774974).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972774974
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD434257 (PA)
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
18 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
424 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 150 | $220 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 102 | $118 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 31 | $74 |
| Dilation of Esophagus43450 | 23 | $37 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 23 | $57 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 415 | 159 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 359 | 356 |
| Omeprazole | 112 | 47 |
| Famotidine | 106 | 48 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 26 | 26 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 25 | 24 |
| Rifaximin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$96 across 4 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
- 2008-03-18
- Last updated
- 2021-07-30
- Certified
- 2021-07-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Xuong Lu's NPI number?
- Xuong Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972774974, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Xuong Lu's specialty?
- Xuong Lu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Xuong Lu located?
- Xuong Lu's practice location on file with NPPES is 2589 Boyce Plaza Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241-4907.
- What is Xuong Lu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Xuong Lu is (412) 232-8104.
- Does Xuong Lu accept Medicare?
- Xuong Lu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Xuong Lu's NPI active?
- Yes — Xuong Lu's NPI (1972774974) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.