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Dr. Lorinda Chung, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1427026442
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.5 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
300 Pasteur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 943042203
(650) 723-4000
fax (650) 849-1213
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 28, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A76014
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427026442. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
120
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$17,646
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 61 | 45 | $163 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 34 | 26 | $111 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 13 | 12 | $113 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 12 | 12 | $205 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Palo Alto Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,610
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $2,526.34 | |
| Genentech, INC. | 1 | $600.00 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $483.39 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
170
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$11,105
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 35 | 0 | $337 |
| Sildenafil Citrate | Generic | 33 | 0 | $5,441 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 26 | 0 | $1,731 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 20 | 0 | $133 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 18 | 0 | $148 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 14 | 0 | $869 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 13 | 0 | $2,318 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $127 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lorinda Chung's medical specialty?
Dr. Lorinda Chung practices Rheumatology Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Lorinda Chung practice?
Dr. Lorinda Chung practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 943042203. Office phone: 6507234000.
What is Dr. Lorinda Chung's NPI?
Dr. Lorinda Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427026442, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lorinda Chung accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lorinda Chung accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lorinda Chung commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.