YEN-TE TU M.D.
NPI 1306061262
Emergency Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since April 16, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
6565 FANNIN ST, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 441-2245 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 11, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Yen-te Tu M.d. NPPES

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

YEN-TE TU M.D. (NPI 1306061262) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (N7013) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Miami.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306061262
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameYEN-TE TUCredential: M.D.
Location Address6565 FANNIN STHouston, TX 77030-2703
Mailing Address3218 Westridge StHouston, TX 77025-4524 · (773) 865-4694
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2004
Enumeration DateApril 16, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 11, 2021
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 11, 2021
NPI 1306061262 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · N7013 Licensed in IL · 036.117159
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
6565 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Christian Tu M.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 18900 N Kendall DrMiami, FL 33176-2118 · Phone (786) 596-1960

Accepted 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

Yen-te Tu 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 ID4880787431
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101006000561
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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
486 services415 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
329 services309 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
303 services290 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
72 services70 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
21 services18 patients
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500
This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

81.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.25
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.97

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.

Specialist/Technologist, Pathology
6565 FANNIN ST, MS205
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Registered Nurse
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiology
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
6565 FANNIN ST, FONDREN 270
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiology
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Hospitalist
6565 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Yen-te Tu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yen-te Tu is 1306061262. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 16, 2007. The provider is also known as Christian Tu M.D..

Where is Yen-te Tu located?

Yen-te Tu practices at 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 441-2245.

What is Yen-te Tu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Yen-te Tu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Yen-te Tu 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 Yen-te Tu accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company, Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit and UnitedHealthcare list Yen-te 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.

Is Yen-te Tu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Yen-te Tu is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yen-te Tu was last updated on February 11, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.