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Dr. Richard Chu, MD
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Procedural Dermatology Physician · Dermatopathology Physician · West Covina, CA
- NPI 1952405102
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 49 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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933 South Sunset Ave, Suite 301
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 960-5464
fax (626) 960-0886
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 13, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1977 — 49 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G41109
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952405102. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,992
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$319,378
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 1,791 | 251 | $8 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 682 | 351 | $39 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 511 | 321 | $66 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 441 | 346 | $99 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 339 | 271 | $62 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 326 | 269 | $113 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 226 | 226 | $121 | |
11104 |
Punch biopsy, first skin growth | 100 | 93 | $143 | |
17004 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | 94 | 64 | $188 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 80 | 57 | $57 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in West Covina Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 226. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
443
Patients
285
Total drug cost
$86,311
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 82 | 67 | $726 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 54 | 36 | $387 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 52 | 45 | $2,919 |
| Mometasone Furoate | Generic | 47 | 40 | $894 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 35 | 29 | $753 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 31 | 16 | $2,804 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 24 | 13 | $943 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 22 | 13 | $908 |
| Dupixent Pen (Dupilumab) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $69,239 |
| Econazole Nitrate | Generic | 18 | 12 | $440 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Chu practices Dermatology Physician in West Covina, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Chu practice?
Dr. Richard Chu practices at 933 South Sunset Ave, West Covina, CA 91790. Office phone: 6269605464.
What is Dr. Richard Chu's NPI?
Dr. Richard Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952405102, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Chu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.