Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melvin Ku, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · New York, NY
- NPI 1003174756
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 90.0 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1111 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 100251716
(212) 523-3981
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 25, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #279536
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1003174756. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
76
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$13,986
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 33 | 33 | $141 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 32 | 31 | $206 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 11 | 11 | $249 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 345 peers in New York Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 70. This provider delivers 1.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
24
Patients
24
Total drug cost
$57
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 24 | 24 | $57 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melvin Ku's medical specialty?
Dr. Melvin Ku practices Emergency Medicine Physician in New York, NY.
Where does Dr. Melvin Ku practice?
Dr. Melvin Ku practices at 1111 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 100251716. Office phone: 2125233981.
What is Dr. Melvin Ku's NPI?
Dr. Melvin Ku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003174756, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melvin Ku accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melvin Ku accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melvin Ku commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.