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DR. LOUIS CHU M.D.
NPI 1326288473
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Boston, MA

Active since March 03, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
110 FRANCIS ST, LMOB SUITE 2A, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 632-8383 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 12, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 12, 2017, Mar 22, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Louis Chu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LOUIS CHU M.D. (NPI 1326288473) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (240704) and active in the NPI registry since March 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326288473
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LOUIS CHUCredential: M.D.
Location Address110 FRANCIS ST, LMOB SUITE 2ABoston, MA 02215-5501
Mailing Address110 Francis St., Suite 2aBoston, MA 02215 · (617) 632-8383
Phone(617) 632-8383
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateMarch 3, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateJune 12, 20172 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1326288473 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 240704
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 232159 (MA)
110 FRANCIS ST, Boston, MA 02215
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

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. Louis 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 ID7113042359
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100913000205
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 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.

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
37 services37 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
31 services31 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
21 services21 patients
Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518
A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.
19 services19 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
17 services17 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mount Auburn Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cambridge, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220002
Location330 Mount Auburn StreetCambridge, MA 02138 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220086
Location330 Brookline AvenueBoston, MA 02215 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02215 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
$189.86 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $47.46 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

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.

GRACE ELIZABETH CHOUINARD PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
110 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7246
DR. DAE HYUN KIM M.D., M.P.H.
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
110 FRANCIS ST, LMOB SUITE 1A
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-8696
ZIV PAZ M.D.
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
110 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-8658
DR. DONICA TOSCANO PORTER AU.D.
Audiologist
110 FRANCIS ST, LOWRY BUILDING 6-E
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7310
DR. DAVID SHOUKRY YASSA M.D
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
110 FRANCIS ST, LOWRY BUILDING SUITE GB
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7706
SUSAN E KELLY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
110 FRANCIS ST, SUITE 8E
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-8623
JULES R SCHWABER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
110 FRANCIS ST, SUITE 1B
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-0500
LORI ANN PANTHER M.D., M.P.H.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
110 FRANCIS ST, LMOB SUITE G-B
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 632-7706

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 Louis Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Louis Chu is 1326288473. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 3, 2009.

Where is Louis Chu located?

Louis Chu practices at 110 Francis St Lmob Suite 2A, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 632-8383.

What is Louis Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Louis Chu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Louis 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.

What insurance does Louis Chu accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Louis 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 Louis Chu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Louis Chu is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Louis Chu was last updated on June 12, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.