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Dr. Benjamin Chu
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Hematology/Oncology) · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Hartford, CT
- NPI 1689848517
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
- 19 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
85 Retreat Ave
Hartford, CT 061062555
(860) 972-5708
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 14, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Massachusetts #2973609 · Connecticut #53521
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689848517. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
755
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$88,795
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 266 | 66 | $103 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 176 | 49 | $103 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 123 | 37 | $151 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 81 | 30 | $151 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 32 | 21 | $84 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 31 | 26 | $138 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 22 | 16 | $52 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 13 | 11 | $183 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 11 | 11 | $191 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 45 peers in Hartford Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 94. This provider delivers 8.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$166
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mentor Worldwide LLC | 1 | $143.83 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $22.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
796
Patients
183
Total drug cost
$73,991
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 115 | 25 | $1,912 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 114 | 24 | $2,250 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 77 | 15 | $57,116 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | Generic | 70 | 34 | $628 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 60 | 23 | $700 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 59 | 15 | $781 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 47 | 0 | $548 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 44 | 29 | $605 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 32 | 18 | $372 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 32 | 0 | $2,765 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Chu practices Internal Medicine Physician in Hartford, CT.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Chu practice?
Dr. Benjamin Chu practices at 85 Retreat Ave, Hartford, CT 061062555. Office phone: 8609725708.
What is Dr. Benjamin Chu's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689848517, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin 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 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.