Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cummins Lue, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Little Rock, AR
- NPI 1497790562
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
10001 Lile Dr
Little Rock, AR 722056217
(501) 227-8000
fax (501) 320-1622
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 17, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E1098
- Medicaid
- AR #130017001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497790562. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
81,450
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$910,172
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0717 |
Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 66,400 | 18 | $5 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 8,750 | 12 | $42 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 1,500 | 15 | $23 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 792 | 356 | $115 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 593 | 308 | $8 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 569 | 301 | $8 | |
85652 |
Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, automated | 563 | 303 | $3 | |
82565 |
Blood creatinine level | 546 | 297 | $5 | |
80076 |
Liver function blood test panel | 539 | 290 | $8 | |
96401 |
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 349 | 30 | $62 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Little Rock Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 2,464. This provider delivers 33× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$941
Transactions
40
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 10 | $167.80 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 4 | $139.02 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 6 | $133.28 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 2 | $131.22 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 4 | $93.29 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 5 | $83.69 | |
| Amgen INC. | 4 | $66.88 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $54.48 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $51.07 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 1 | $20.45 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,731
Patients
427
Total drug cost
$1,260,784
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 319 | 94 | $26,180 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 280 | 85 | $2,250 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 258 | 64 | $8,198 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 110 | 14 | $874,797 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 105 | 26 | $4,537 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 104 | 16 | $496 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 86 | 23 | $2,517 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 84 | 19 | $802 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 72 | 15 | $1,387 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 69 | 23 | $587 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cummins Lue's medical specialty?
Dr. Cummins Lue practices Rheumatology Physician in Little Rock, AR.
Where does Dr. Cummins Lue practice?
Dr. Cummins Lue practices at 10001 Lile Dr, Little Rock, AR 722056217. Office phone: 5012278000.
What is Dr. Cummins Lue's NPI?
Dr. Cummins Lue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497790562, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cummins Lue accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cummins Lue accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cummins Lue commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0717); Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129); Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.