Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Lu, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Dallas, TX
- NPI 1487623963
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 74.6 / 100 · 2023
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 753907208
(214) 648-3959
fax (214) 648-2071 - Mailing address
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Po Box 845347
Dallas, TX 752845347
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 4, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #H6889
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487623963. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
289
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$28,775
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 109 | 57 | $71 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 50 | 34 | $49 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 39 | 39 | $211 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 39 | 26 | $78 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 36 | 32 | $126 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 16 | 15 | $178 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 53 peers in Dallas Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 162. This provider delivers 1.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$286
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $166.54 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 2 | $119.46 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Lu's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Lu practices Nephrology Physician in Dallas, TX.
Where does Dr. Christopher Lu practice?
Dr. Christopher Lu practices at 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 753907208. Office phone: 2146483959.
What is Dr. Christopher Lu's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487623963, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Lu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Lu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Lu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation (HCPCS 90935); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.