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JAMES T. WU M.D.
NPI 1407873995
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Pasadena, CA

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
260 S LOS ROBLES AVE STE 118, PASADENA, CA 91101(626) 666-5820(626) 666-5821 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 11, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About James T. Wu M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES T. WU M.D. (NPI 1407873995) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Pasadena, California, licensed in California (A95821) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407873995
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES T. WUCredential: M.D.
Location Address260 S LOS ROBLES AVE STE 118Pasadena, CA 91101-2869
Mailing Address260 S Los Robles Ave Ste 118Pasadena, CA 91101-2869 · (626) 666-5820 · Fax (626) 666-5821
Phone(626) 666-5820
Fax(626) 666-5821
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 11, 2014
✔ NPI 1407873995 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A95821
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.
260 S LOS ROBLES AVE STE 118, Pasadena, CA 91101
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Other Identifiers 2

Other238231NY · Nys License
Medicare PINAY804ZCA

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

James T. Wu 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 ID446354468
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070402000274
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 8

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.

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.
2,416 services88 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.
700 services43 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
81 services73 patients
Ct scan of chest with contrast 71260
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye (contrast) is used to highlight specific areas in your body, providing clearer pictures of your chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to your lungs, heart, and other chest structures.
47 services42 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.
33 services23 patients
Ct scan of chest with contrast 71260
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye (contrast) is used to highlight specific areas in your body, providing clearer pictures of your chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to your lungs, heart, and other chest structures.
23 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91101 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
$187.60 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $46.90 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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

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

SOCAL THORACIC SURGICAL ASSOCIATES INC
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
260 S LOS ROBLES AVE STE 118
PASADENA, CA 91101
Los Angeles County (626) 666-5820

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 James Wu's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Wu is 1407873995. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Where is James Wu located?

James Wu practices at 260 S Los Robles Ave Ste 118, Pasadena, CA 91101. The listed phone number is (626) 666-5820.

What is James Wu's specialty?

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

Is James Wu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Wu 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Wu was last updated on March 11, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.