Richard Tu, M.D.
NPI 1982701918 · Hospitalist Physician · Carmichael, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Tu, M.D. is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Carmichael, CA (NPI 1982701918).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982701918
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A54032 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
717 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 354 | $84 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 196 | $123 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 143 | $125 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 24 | $184 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $84–$184 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 28 | 28 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 23 | 16 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 21 | 21 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 21 | 12 |
| Furosemide | 20 | 13 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 19 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-20
- Last updated
- 2017-11-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Tu's NPI number?
- Richard Tu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982701918, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Tu's specialty?
- Richard Tu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Tu located?
- Richard Tu's practice location on file with NPPES is 6555 Coyle Ave Ste 180, Carmichael, CA 95608-0303.
- What is Richard Tu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Tu is (916) 536-3540.
- Does Richard Tu accept Medicare?
- Richard Tu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Tu's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Tu's NPI (1982701918) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-11-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.