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CORNEL CHIU MD
NPI 1013477645
Anesthesiology in Palo Alto, CA

Q: What is Cornel Chiu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cornel Chiu is 1013477645. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 20, 2019.

Q: What is Cornel Chiu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cornel Chiu was last updated on August 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since March 20, 2019PECOS Enrolled

795 EL CAMINO REAL, PALO ALTO, CA 94301(650) 614-3253 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 7, 2026, Apr 8, 2024, Jul 3, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Cornel Chiu Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CORNEL CHIU MD (NPI 1013477645) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Palo Alto, California, licensed in California (A181988) and active in the NPI registry since March 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Drexel University College Of Medicine (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013477645

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameCORNEL CHIUCredential: MD

Location Address795 EL CAMINO REALPalo Alto, CA 94301-2302

Mailing AddressPo Box 276950Sacramento, CA 95827-6950 · (650) 614-3253

Phone(650) 614-3253

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSDrexel University College Of MedicineGraduated 2019

Enumeration DateMarch 20, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 7, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 7, 2026

✔ NPI 1013477645 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A181988

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

795 EL CAMINO REAL, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1300 Pasteur Drive, Lane 154Stanford, CA 94305-5133 · Phone (650) 723-6661 · Fax (650) 498-6205

Location 2300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305-2200 · Phone (650) 723-4000

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Cornel Chiu Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5698133239

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230614001778

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

26 services26 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

22 services22 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214

Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.

11 services11 patients

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