Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Sammy Chu, M.D.

Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Neuroradiology Physician · Seattle, WA

  • NPI 1972502656
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 31 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1959 Ne Pacific St
Seattle, WA 981950001
(206) 520-5000
Mailing address
Po Box 50095
Seattle, WA 981455095

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
November 2, 2022
Year of graduation
1995 — 31 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
2085R0202X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Washington #MD00039656

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972502656. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
1,099
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$53,464
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
71045 X-ray of chest, 1 view 247 237 $9
70450 Ct scan head or brain without contrast 106 102 $42
74177 Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 99 98 $92
71275 Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast 77 77 $89
70553 Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 57 55 $114
71046 X-ray of chest, 2 views 54 52 $11
72125 Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 52 52 $49
70496 Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 42 42 $86
70498 Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 37 37 $85
72131 Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 34 34 $48

In context: peer comparison

Among 79 peers in this city , average services per provider: 113. This provider delivers 9.7× the peer median.

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Sammy Chu's medical specialty?
Dr. Sammy Chu practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Seattle, WA.
Where does Dr. Sammy Chu practice?
Dr. Sammy Chu practices at 1959 Ne Pacific St, Seattle, WA 981950001. Office phone: 2065205000.
What is Dr. Sammy Chu's NPI?
Dr. Sammy Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972502656, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sammy Chu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sammy Chu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sammy Chu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045); Ct scan head or brain without contrast (HCPCS 70450); Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast (HCPCS 74177). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.