DR. NEELIMA VEMUGANTI CHU M.D.
NPI 1154407443
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in La Mesa, CA

Q: What is Neelima Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Neelima Chu is 1154407443. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 29, 2006.

Q: What is Neelima Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Neelima Chu was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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 October 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

73.62/100

CMS Quality Rating

5525 GROSSMONT CENTER DR, LA MESA, CA 91942(619) 644-6815(619) 644-6899 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Neelima Vemuganti Chu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NEELIMA VEMUGANTI CHU M.D. (NPI 1154407443) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in La Mesa, California, licensed in California (A65536) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Vermont College Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154407443

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X

Provider Legal NameDR. NEELIMA VEMUGANTI CHUCredential: M.D.

Location Address5525 GROSSMONT CENTER DRLa Mesa, CA 91942-3009

Mailing Address5525 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942-3009 · (619) 644-6815 · Fax (619) 644-6899

Phone(619) 644-6815

Fax(619) 644-6899

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Vermont College Of MedicineGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateOctober 29, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023

✔ NPI 1154407443 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RE0101X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A65536

Definition

An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.

5525 GROSSMONT CENTER DR, La Mesa, CA 91942

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Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidW15794CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Neelima Vemuganti Chu M.d. 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 ID6507893609

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050720000672

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Neelima Chu reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Regents Of The University Of California - Ucsd Medical Group

9.2 mi

Gastroenterology

200 W ARBOR DR
San Diego, CA 92103

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Regents Of The University Of California
1,051 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1336267137 (800) 926-8273

Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group, Inc

10 mi

Internal Medicine

5651 COPLEY DR STE A
San Diego, CA 92111

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
1,233 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1285616177 (858) 262-6666

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 7

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.

Injection, denosumab, 1 mg J0897

Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.

1,200 services17 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

130 services103 patients

Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962

A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.

73 services55 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

42 services38 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

29 services27 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

27 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91942 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

$108.42 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

Most-billed visit code 99214

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

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

73.62/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

74.56

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.69

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

4 suppliers24 claims317 services$18.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

5 suppliers23 claims663 services$2.35 avg. paid by Medicare

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

18 suppliers45 claims234 services$5.91 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

9 suppliers20 claims37 services$1.16 avg. paid by Medicare

External ambulatory infusion pump, insulin E0784

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

5 suppliers38 claims38 services$318.81 avg. paid by Medicare

Insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units J1817

Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N

6 suppliers13 claims1,850 services$6.00 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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