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CRISTY KU M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1235592361
Ophthalmology in Sacramento, CA

Active since April 05, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
4860 Y ST STE 2400, SACRAMENTO, CA 95817(503) 494-8386 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 26, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 16, 2022, Dec 23, 2021, Nov 2, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

About Cristy Ku M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

CRISTY KU M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1235592361) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Sacramento, California, licensed in Texas (U6002) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and maintains a secondary practice location in Houston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235592361
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameCRISTY KUCredential: M.D., PH.D.
Location Address4860 Y ST STE 2400Sacramento, CA 95817-2307
Mailing Address4860 Y St Ste 2400Sacramento, CA 95817-2307 · (916) 734-6602
Phone(503) 494-8386
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWest Virginia University School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 5, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 26, 20236 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 26, 2023
✔ NPI 1235592361 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · U6002✔ Licensed in CA · A171814
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Also ListedOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistTaxonomy 207WX0107X · License A171814 (CA), U6002 (TX)
4860 Y ST STE 2400, Sacramento, CA 95817
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11977 Butler Blvd Ste E5.200Houston, TX 77030-4101 · Phone (171) 379-8590

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Cristy Ku M.d., Ph.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 ID8022302330
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231011000573
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 10

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.

Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
343 services138 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.
338 services128 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
124 services35 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
103 services11 patients
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg J9035
Bevacizumab is a medication given through an injection. It's designed to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that cancer cells need to grow and spread. The 10 mg dose refers to the amount of the drug in the injection.
94 services27 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.
43 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450193
Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services

Harris Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450289
Location2525 Holly HallHouston, TX 77054 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95817 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
$137.20 typical visit price
range $60.44 – $180.85
Typical copayment $34.30 (range $15.11 – $45.21)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.03 typical visit price
range $19.88 – $148.15
Typical copayment $18.75 (range $4.97 – $37.03)
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.

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.

84.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality84.49
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.39

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. JEFFREY RYUTA WILLIS M.D., PHD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4860 Y ST STE 2400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Sacramento County (916) 734-6602
ANDREW XIE CHEN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4860 Y ST STE 2400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Sacramento County (916) 734-6602
MICHAEL NGUYEN MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4860 Y ST STE 2400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Sacramento County (916) 734-6602
CLAYTON GRUNDVIG MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4860 Y ST STE 2400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Sacramento County (916) 734-6602
JONATHAN HERNANDEZ
Ophthalmology
4860 Y ST STE 2400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Sacramento County (916) 734-6602
ALEXANDER RUSAKEVICH DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4860 Y ST STE 2400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Sacramento County (916) 734-6602
DR. YIN LIU M.D., PH.D.
Ophthalmology (Neuro-ophthalmology)
4860 Y ST STE 2400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Sacramento County (916) 734-6891
PAUL A. SIEVING MD
Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
4860 Y ST STE 2400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Sacramento County (916) 734-6602

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 Cristy Ku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cristy Ku is 1235592361. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 5, 2016.

Where is Cristy Ku located?

Cristy Ku practices at 4860 Y St Ste 2400, Sacramento, CA 95817. The listed phone number is (503) 494-8386.

What is Cristy Ku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Cristy Ku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cristy Ku 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.

What insurance does Cristy Ku accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 6 other insurers list Cristy Ku 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.

Is Cristy Ku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cristy Ku is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me and Harris Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cristy Ku was last updated on September 26, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.