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Dr. Samuel Chu, M.D.
Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (CMS: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Chicago, IL
- NPI 1538450770
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 73.2 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
355 E Erie St
Chicago, IL 606113167
(312) 238-7767
fax (312) 238-7709
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 22, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2081S0010X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036-101920
- Medicaid
- IL #036140570-1
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538450770. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
876
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$81,804
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 202 | 151 | $104 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 185 | 84 | $84 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 177 | 91 | $76 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 107 | 89 | $70 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 82 | 82 | $143 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 39 | 30 | $134 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 29 | 29 | $90 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 23 | 16 | $152 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 17 | 13 | $50 | |
77002 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement | 15 | 13 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Chicago Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician, average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
212
Patients
29
Total drug cost
$2,642
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 127 | 29 | $1,521 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 35 | 0 | $169 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $355 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $500 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 11 | 0 | $97 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Samuel Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. Samuel Chu practices Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician in Chicago, IL.
Where does Dr. Samuel Chu practice?
Dr. Samuel Chu practices at 355 E Erie St, Chicago, IL 606113167. Office phone: 3122387767.
What is Dr. Samuel Chu's NPI?
Dr. Samuel Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538450770, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Samuel Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Samuel Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Samuel Chu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance (HCPCS 20611). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.