Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Chao Lu, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (CMS: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) · New York, NY

  • NPI 1427009430
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 28 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
109 Lafayette Street, Room C-1
New York, NY 100134138
(212) 219-0534
fax (212) 219-0535

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
January 9, 2019
Year of graduation
1998 — 28 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
208100000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
New York #226523
Medicaid
NY #02356334

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427009430. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
13,049
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$174,011
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
J7328 Hyaluronan or derivative, gelsyn-3, for intra-articular injection, 0.1 mg 9,072 14 $1
J3301 Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg 624 87 $1
J7321 Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose 417 43 $74
97140 Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 403 45 $23
97035 Application of ultrasound, each 15 minutes 402 45 $12
97110 Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 402 45 $33
G0283 Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care 402 45 $10
20611 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 341 57 $117
20610 Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 289 71 $76
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 260 121 $73

In context: peer comparison

Among 72 peers in this city , average services per provider: 326. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
715
Patients
381
Total drug cost
$143,126
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Celecoxib Generic 259 183 $6,430
Diclofenac Epolamine Generic 165 44 $122,937
Gabapentin Generic 128 75 $1,072
Diclofenac Sodium Generic 103 48 $12,305
Meloxicam Generic 45 31 $223
Omeprazole Generic 15 0 $158

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Chao Lu's medical specialty?
Dr. Chao Lu practices Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in New York, NY.
Where does Dr. Chao Lu practice?
Dr. Chao Lu practices at 109 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 100134138. Office phone: 2122190534.
What is Dr. Chao Lu's NPI?
Dr. Chao Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427009430, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chao Lu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chao Lu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chao Lu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, gelsyn-3, for intra-articular injection, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J7328); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose (HCPCS J7321). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.