Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Tu, M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Columbus, OH
- NPI 1710109905
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.1 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
543 Taylor Ave, 1St Floor
Columbus, OH 432031278
(614) 293-2225
fax (614) 293-0621
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 8, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2081H0002X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Ohio #35089913 · Ohio #AO56037246071615
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710109905. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,682
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$168,927
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 628 | 312 | $140 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 312 | 131 | $27 | |
80305 |
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation | 251 | 193 | $12 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 111 | 92 | $193 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 103 | 103 | $183 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 94 | 68 | $106 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 52 | 44 | $100 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 27 | 17 | $110 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 24 | 16 | $60 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 18 | 15 | $110 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 102. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$915
Transactions
25
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nalu Medical, Inc. | 7 | $334.86 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 10 | $311.15 | |
| Saluda Medical Americas, Inc. | 7 | $235.91 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 1 | $33.17 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,608
Patients
1,072
Total drug cost
$148,631
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 929 | 197 | $31,108 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 654 | 184 | $12,639 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 623 | 99 | $17,232 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 416 | 92 | $15,286 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 348 | 102 | $2,649 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 256 | 70 | $13,676 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 240 | 26 | $9,621 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 239 | 57 | $7,306 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 205 | 28 | $5,516 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 146 | 29 | $1,886 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Tu's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Tu practices Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician in Columbus, OH.
Where does Dr. Joseph Tu practice?
Dr. Joseph Tu practices at 543 Taylor Ave, Columbus, OH 432031278. Office phone: 6142932225.
What is Dr. Joseph Tu's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Tu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710109905, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Tu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Tu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Tu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional (HCPCS 99211); Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation (HCPCS 80305). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.