LIHONG BU MD, PHD
NPI 1447541644
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Rochester, MN

Q: What is Lihong Bu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lihong Bu is 1447541644. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2011.

Q: What is Lihong Bu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lihong Bu was last updated on April 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months 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.

Active since April 22, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

200 1ST ST SW, ROCHESTER, MN 55905(507) 284-2511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 7, 2026, Nov 12, 2021, Sep 23, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Lihong Bu Md, Phd NPPES

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

LIHONG BU MD, PHD (NPI 1447541644) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Rochester, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (59338) and active in the NPI registry since April 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447541644

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X

Provider Legal NameLIHONG BUCredential: MD, PHD

Location Address200 1ST ST SWRochester, MN 55905-0001

Mailing AddressPo Box 860912Minneapolis, MN 55486-0912 · (507) 284-2511 · Fax (507) 284-0702

Phone(507) 284-2511

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997

Enumeration DateApril 22, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2026

✔ NPI 1447541644 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 59338

Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

200 1ST ST SW, Rochester, MN 55905

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.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

Lihong Bu Md, Phd 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 ID547571580

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150618000052

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.

Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350

An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.

391 services44 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313

Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.

219 services70 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305

A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.

184 services144 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307

A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.

58 services42 patients

Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure 88346

An antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure is a laboratory test. It's designed to identify specific proteins, or antibodies, in your body. This can help diagnose certain conditions or monitor your immune system's response to treatments. The procedure involves staining a single type of antibody for detection.

46 services46 patients

Electron microscopy for diagnosis 88348

Electron microscopy is a diagnostic tool providing detailed images of tiny structures within the body, much smaller than those visible with regular microscopes. It aids in identifying diseases at a cellular level, enhancing accuracy of diagnosis.

40 services40 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, MN

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number240010

Location1216 Second Street SouthwestRochester, MN 55902 · Olmsted County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55905 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

$127.61 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$98.61 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

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.

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

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