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Dr. Christopher Chu, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Dermatopathology Physician · Dermatology Physician · Austin, TX
- NPI 1811377286
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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8701 W Highway 71 Ste 101
Austin, TX 787358380
(512) 923-8826 - Additional location
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844 Kohlers Xing Ste 250
Kyle, TX 786402480
(512) 766-2610
fax (512) 766-2620
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 14, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #S7026
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1811377286. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,310
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$341,770
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 4,518 | 2,926 | $62 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 263 | 233 | $89 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 124 | 94 | $103 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 83 | 40 | $81 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 82 | 74 | $42 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 57 | 17 | $7 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 39 | 29 | $92 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 33 | 27 | $53 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 29 | 26 | $92 | |
88311 |
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present | 21 | 20 | $20 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 30 peers in this city , average services per provider: 276. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$387
Transactions
19
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 4 | $66.97 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 2 | $59.02 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $57.71 | |
| Dermavant Sciences, Inc. | 2 | $53.03 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $38.18 | |
| Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 | $22.96 | |
| ConvaTec Inc. | 1 | $21.39 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $20.15 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 1 | $16.60 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 1 | $15.75 | |
| Incyte Corporation | 1 | $15.17 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
50
Patients
28
Total drug cost
$1,430
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 20 | 16 | $137 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 18 | 12 | $1,213 |
| Minoxidil | Generic | 12 | 0 | $80 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Chu practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Austin, TX.
Where does Dr. Christopher Chu practice?
Dr. Christopher Chu practices at 8701 W Highway 71 Ste 101, Austin, TX 787358380. Office phone: 5129238826.
What is Dr. Christopher Chu's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811377286, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Chu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure (HCPCS 88342); Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report (HCPCS 88312). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.