DR. CHARLES TU OD
NPI 1073137691
Optometrist in San Diego, CA

Q: What is Charles Tu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Tu is 1073137691. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 29, 2020.

Q: What is Charles Tu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Tu was last updated on August 17, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years 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 May 29, 2020PECOS Enrolled

2150 PACIFIC BEACH DR APT 234, SAN DIEGO, CA 92109(626) 672-8804 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 17, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 17, 2020, May 29, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dr. Charles Tu Od NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES TU OD (NPI 1073137691) is an individual optometrist in San Diego, California, licensed in California (34618TLG) and active in the NPI registry since May 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073137691

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES TUCredential: OD

Location Address2150 PACIFIC BEACH DR APT 234San Diego, CA 92109-5639

Mailing Address2150 Pacific Beach Dr Apt 234San Diego, CA 92109-5639 · (626) 672-8804

Phone(626) 672-8804

Sole ProprietorYes

Enumeration DateMay 29, 2020

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 17, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 17, 2020

✔ NPI 1073137691 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · 34618TLG

Definition

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.

2150 PACIFIC BEACH DR APT 234, San Diego, CA 92109

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Charles Tu Od is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Charles Tu reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Total Vision PC

18 mi

Optometrist

11717 BERNARDO PLAZA CT STE 105
San Diego, CA 92128

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
236 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1356813711 (858) 487-5555

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

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.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

22 services22 patients

New patient complete exam of visual system 92004

A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.

12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92109 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$140.22 typical visit price

range $62.10 – $184.71

Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$76.87 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Charles Tu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Tu is 1073137691. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 29, 2020.

Where is Charles Tu located?

Charles Tu practices at 2150 Pacific Beach Dr Apt 234, San Diego, CA 92109. The listed phone number is (626) 672-8804.

What is Charles Tu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Charles Tu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Tu is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Charles Tu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Charles Tu reassigns Medicare benefits to Total Vision PC (San Diego, CA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Charles Tu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Charles Tu accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list Charles Tu as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Tu was last updated on August 17, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years 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.