Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Alvina Chu, M.D.

Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Palo Alto, CA

  • NPI 1538355375
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 75.5 / 100 · 2023
  • 24 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

Operates at 2 locations .

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1000 Welch RD Ste 203
Palo Alto, CA 943041808
(650) 723-6961
Additional location
300 Pasteur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 943042203
(650) 723-4000
Mailing address
900 Blake Wilbur Dr Rm W20812Nd
Palo Alto, CA 943042201

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
September 2007 — 19 yrs on file
Profile last updated
April 28, 2024
Year of graduation
2002 — 24 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207RR0500X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #A89065

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538355375. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
40
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$3,817
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 21 16 $113
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 19 15 $76

In context: peer comparison

Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 0.6× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
48
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$2,038
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Generic 17 0 $888
Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) Brand 17 0 $1,047
Prednisone Generic 14 0 $103

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Alvina Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. Alvina Chu practices Rheumatology Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Alvina Chu practice?
Dr. Alvina Chu practices at 1000 Welch RD Ste 203, Palo Alto, CA 943041808. Office phone: 6507236961.
What is Dr. Alvina Chu's NPI?
Dr. Alvina Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538355375, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alvina Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alvina Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alvina Chu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.