Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Stephen Chu, MD

Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · San Luis Obispo, CA

  • NPI 1972638690
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 24 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1010 Murray Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 934051806
(805) 928-1731
Mailing address
Po Box 6406
Santa Maria, CA 934566406

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
Profile last updated
May 12, 2015
Year of graduation
2002 — 24 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207L00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #A86160

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972638690. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
229
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$35,941
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
00142 Anesthesia for lens surgery 83 82 $127
00140 Anesthesia for other procedure on eye 21 20 $168
64447 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 18 18 $56
64415 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 17 16 $69
00145 Anesthesia for retinal surgery 15 15 $212
00731 Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 15 15 $164
00103 Anesthesia for procedure on eyelid 14 13 $176
01402 Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 13 13 $348
00670 Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 11 11 $439
00813 Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 11 11 $175

In context: peer comparison

Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 23. This provider delivers 10.0× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Stephen Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Chu practices Anesthesiology Physician in San Luis Obispo, CA.
Where does Dr. Stephen Chu practice?
Dr. Stephen Chu practices at 1010 Murray Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 934051806. Office phone: 8059281731.
What is Dr. Stephen Chu's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972638690, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Chu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142); Anesthesia for other procedure on eye (HCPCS 00140); Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) (HCPCS 64447). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.