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SAMUEL CHU MD
NPI 1245322700
Internal Medicine in Lynnwood, WA

Active since September 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4713 168TH ST SW STE 105, LYNNWOOD, WA 98037(425) 743-7000(425) 743-7373 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 28, 2020, Apr 11, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Samuel Chu Md NPPES

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

SAMUEL CHU MD (NPI 1245322700) is an individual internal medicine provider in Lynnwood, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00031801) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245322700
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameSAMUEL CHUCredential: MD
Location Address4713 168TH ST SW STE 105Lynnwood, WA 98037-6813
Mailing Address4713 168th St Sw Ste 105Lynnwood, WA 98037-6813 · (425) 743-7000 · Fax (425) 743-7373
Phone(425) 743-7000
Fax(425) 743-7373
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateSeptember 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 28, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1245322700 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00031801
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License MD00031801 (WA)
4713 168TH ST SW STE 105, Lynnwood, WA 98037
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1099688WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Samuel 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 ID1052209848
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050415000199
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 Samuel Chu reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Chu Clinic LLC
Same address
Clinic/Center
4713 168TH ST SW STE 105
Lynnwood, WA 98037
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1578043980 (425) 743-7000

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 4

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.
107 services51 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.
80 services48 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
29 services27 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Swedish Edmonds Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Edmonds, WA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500026
Location21601 76th Avenue WestEdmonds, WA 98026 · Snohomish County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98037 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers40 claims65 services$6.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers11 claims11 services$1.04 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 2

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

CHRIS HYUNSEOK CHOI DO
Internal Medicine
4713 168TH ST SW STE 105
LYNNWOOD, WA 98037
Snohomish County (425) 743-7000
CHU CLINIC LLC
Clinic/Center
4713 168TH ST SW STE 105
LYNNWOOD, WA 98037
Snohomish County (425) 743-7000

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 Samuel Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Chu is 1245322700. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 29, 2006.

Where is Samuel Chu located?

Samuel Chu practices at 4713 168th St SW Ste 105, Lynnwood, WA 98037. The listed phone number is (425) 743-7000.

What is Samuel Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Samuel Chu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samuel 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Samuel Chu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Samuel Chu reassigns Medicare benefits to Chu Clinic LLC (Lynnwood, WA). 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 Samuel Chu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Samuel Chu accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Samuel Chu 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 Samuel Chu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Samuel Chu is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Chu was last updated on February 28, 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.