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DR. ALAN WEI-KAI CHU MD
NPI 1235101080
Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since February 06, 2006PECOS Enrolled
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
3471 5TH AVE, SUITE 1103, PITTSBURGH, PA 15213(412) 648-6848 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Alan Wei-kai Chu Md NPPES

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

DR. ALAN WEI-KAI CHU MD (NPI 1235101080) is an individual specialist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD072586L) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Mercy, and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235101080
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy174400000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALAN WEI-KAI CHUCredential: MD
Location Address3471 5TH AVE, SUITE 1103Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3215
Mailing Address3471 5th Ave, Suite 1103Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3215 · (412) 648-6848
Phone(412) 648-6848
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateFebruary 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1235101080 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code174400000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD072586L
Definition
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
3471 5TH AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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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

Dr. Alan Wei-kai Chu 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 ID5496884884
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100524000324
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 6

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 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.
222 services107 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.
70 services50 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
65 services29 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483
This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
38 services27 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
25 services25 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
16 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Upmc Mercy

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390028
Location1400 Locust StreetPittsburgh, PA 15219 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Upmc Passavant

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390107
Location9100 Babcock BoulevardPittsburgh, PA 15237 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390114
Location300 Halket StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390164
Location200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Jefferson Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jefferson Hills, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390265
Location565 Coal Valley RoadJefferson Hills, PA 15025 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.61
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.4

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.

DR. JOSEPH CHAK KA KWOK D.O.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
3471 5TH AVE, KAUFMAN BUILDING SUITE 201
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 648-6138
ALEXANDER PATRICK HOFFMAN M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
3471 5TH AVE, KAUFMANN MEDICAL BUILDING - SUITE 1010
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 605-3277
ROBERT B NOLAND MD
Specialist
3471 5TH AVE, SUITE 102
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 682-4005
MARIA BALDWIN MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Epilepsy)
3471 5TH AVE, KAUFMANN BLDG. SUITE 810
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 692-4920
LINDA SEKHON PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
3471 5TH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-8700
JAMIE ILGENFRITZ PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
3471 5TH AVE, SUITE 1010
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 605-3900
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH PHYSICIANS
Orthopaedic Surgery
3471 5TH AVE, SUITE 102
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-0100
MR. GUHA JAY GANESH
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3471 5TH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-2345

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 Alan Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan Chu is 1235101080. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 6, 2006.

Where is Alan Chu located?

Alan Chu practices at 3471 5th Ave Suite 1103, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The listed phone number is (412) 648-6848.

What is Alan Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Alan Chu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alan Chu is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Alan Chu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alan Chu is affiliated with Upmc Mercy, Upmc Passavant, Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside and Jefferson Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alan Chu was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 31 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.