Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melvin Lu, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Dermatopathology Physician · Procedural Dermatology Physician · Weeki Wachee, FL
- NPI 1336287994
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
10133 Cortez Blvd
Weeki Wachee, FL 346136385
(352) 596-4401
fax (352) 596-4431
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 21, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME 70999
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1336287994. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,288
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$413,324
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 2,787 | 279 | $6 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,065 | 538 | $88 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 572 | 330 | $53 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 328 | 251 | $89 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 304 | 190 | $108 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 286 | 176 | $125 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 108 | 88 | $55 | |
11603 |
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 2.1-3.0 cm | 100 | 82 | $145 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 97 | 97 | $111 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 83 | 54 | $49 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Weeki Wachee Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 262. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$259
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $125.00 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $106.66 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $26.87 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
576
Patients
357
Total drug cost
$19,679
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 115 | 91 | $945 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 70 | 50 | $1,254 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 59 | 49 | $627 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 53 | 44 | $382 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 47 | 32 | $2,719 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 46 | 19 | $3,369 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | Generic | 42 | 29 | $1,524 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 28 | 12 | $1,506 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | Generic | 23 | 19 | $585 |
| Ammonium Lactate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $361 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melvin Lu's medical specialty?
Dr. Melvin Lu practices Dermatology Physician in Weeki Wachee, FL.
Where does Dr. Melvin Lu practice?
Dr. Melvin Lu practices at 10133 Cortez Blvd, Weeki Wachee, FL 346136385. Office phone: 3525964401.
What is Dr. Melvin Lu's NPI?
Dr. Melvin Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336287994, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melvin Lu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melvin Lu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melvin Lu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.