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Dr. James Chu, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Monterey, CA
- NPI 1710969266
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 30 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2 Upper Ragsdale Dr, Suite B-200
Monterey, CA 939405736
(831) 375-6334
fax (831) 375-6331
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 17, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RE0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A63212
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710969266. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,518
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$192,819
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,091 | 527 | $135 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 138 | 99 | $136 | |
95251 |
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report | 132 | 57 | $35 | |
76536 |
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue | 88 | 86 | $126 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 52 | 52 | $177 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 17 | 12 | $97 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Monterey Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician, average services per provider: 143. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$89,160
Transactions
207
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 146 | $71,161.30 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 30 | $17,192.21 | |
| Amgen INC. | 8 | $164.77 | |
| Dexcom, INC. | 3 | $95.90 | |
| Corcept Therapeutics | 1 | $75.26 | |
| Radius Health, INC. | 3 | $71.16 | |
| Ascensia Diabetes Care US INC. | 3 | $68.56 | |
| Xeris Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $63.33 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $60.67 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $55.53 | |
| Beta Bionics, INC. | 2 | $45.89 | |
| Mannkind Corporation | 2 | $43.20 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $24.43 | |
| Ascendis Pharma INC | 1 | $23.36 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $14.25 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,511
Patients
724
Total drug cost
$943,151
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 496 | 139 | $8,787 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 289 | 71 | $555,156 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 274 | 84 | $3,656 |
| Metformin Hcl ER (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 227 | 72 | $4,180 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 188 | 53 | $1,588 |
| Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium) | Brand | 173 | 40 | $17,118 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 123 | 40 | $1,129 |
| Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) | Brand | 121 | 27 | $136,941 |
| Glimepiride | Generic | 120 | 38 | $1,631 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 117 | 39 | $2,062 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. James Chu practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in Monterey, CA.
Where does Dr. James Chu practice?
Dr. James Chu practices at 2 Upper Ragsdale Dr, Monterey, CA 939405736. Office phone: 8313756334.
What is Dr. James Chu's NPI?
Dr. James Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710969266, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Chu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99443); Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report (HCPCS 95251). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.