Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chia-Kai Chu, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1356684674
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.4 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2855 Gramercy St
Houston, TX 77025
(713) 668-6828 - Mailing address
-
2855 Gramercy St Ste 400
Houston, TX 770251697
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 19, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #R8334
- Medicaid
- TX #391678502
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1356684674. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,580
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$161,227
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 292 | 197 | $129 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 266 | 262 | $37 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 199 | 196 | $128 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 198 | 180 | $63 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 175 | 154 | $91 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 167 | 128 | $91 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 50 | 37 | $47 | |
76514 |
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | 46 | 46 | $11 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 44 | 33 | $503 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 30 | 30 | $151 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 85 peers in Houston Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 248. This provider delivers 6.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$710
Transactions
27
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mentor Worldwide LLC | 2 | $283.87 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 9 | $172.80 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 11 | $153.76 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 3 | $55.39 | |
| Thea Pharma INC. | 2 | $43.93 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
5,164
Patients
1,695
Total drug cost
$611,509
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 1,696 | 411 | $36,488 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 695 | 199 | $20,675 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 400 | 107 | $21,579 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 321 | 90 | $180,867 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 320 | 106 | $6,737 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 313 | 215 | $13,146 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 271 | 77 | $124,329 |
| Rhopressa (Netarsudil Mesylate) | Brand | 220 | 61 | $100,997 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 207 | 60 | $5,942 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 186 | 137 | $5,555 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chia-Kai Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. Chia-Kai Chu practices Ophthalmology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Chia-Kai Chu practice?
Dr. Chia-Kai Chu practices at 2855 Gramercy St, Houston, TX 77025. Office phone: 7136686828.
What is Dr. Chia-Kai Chu's NPI?
Dr. Chia-Kai Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356684674, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chia-Kai Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chia-Kai Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chia-Kai Chu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.