Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Chu, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Newark, NJ
- NPI 1144260019
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 63.5 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
90 Bergen St, Ste 6100
Newark, NJ 07103
(973) 972-2064
fax (973) 972-2068 - Mailing address
-
255 Lake RD
Morristown, NJ 07960
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 20, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #25MA07286500
- Medicaid
- NJ #8591407
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144260019. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,113
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$416,759
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 849 | 318 | $143 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 455 | 232 | $102 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 391 | 166 | $100 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 347 | 174 | $45 | |
92286 |
Imaging of front third of eye using a special microscope | 128 | 88 | $45 | |
92025 |
Ct scan of cornea | 127 | 82 | $41 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 107 | 90 | $143 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 105 | 105 | $184 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 102 | 51 | $44 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 55 | 37 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Newark Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 34× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$45,134
Transactions
135
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 38 | $43,023.11 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 29 | $432.57 | |
| RxSight INC | 5 | $291.59 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 7 | $222.56 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 19 | $213.60 | |
| Glaukos Corporation | 1 | $201.27 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 9 | $173.35 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 11 | $158.96 | |
| New World Medical,INC. | 1 | $132.60 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 5 | $92.64 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $35.65 | |
| Ocular Therapeutix, INC. | 2 | $35.39 | |
| Dompe US, INC. | 2 | $33.52 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $33.31 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $29.67 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,180
Patients
1,015
Total drug cost
$316,960
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 907 | 355 | $48,953 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 449 | 135 | $15,969 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 281 | 72 | $24,266 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 221 | 69 | $6,953 |
| Gatifloxacin | Generic | 209 | 77 | $12,926 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 173 | 38 | $2,858 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 127 | 23 | $21,661 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 127 | 40 | $3,702 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 123 | 41 | $2,465 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 120 | 39 | $110,011 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. David Chu practices Ophthalmology Physician in Newark, NJ.
Where does Dr. David Chu practice?
Dr. David Chu practices at 90 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07103. Office phone: 9739722064.
What is Dr. David Chu's NPI?
Dr. David Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144260019, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David 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 99213); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.