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DANIEL CHIA-HSING LU M.D.
NPI 1457585903
Neurological Surgery in Santa Monica, CA

Active since May 13, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
72.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 100, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401(310) 267-2975 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 18, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Daniel Chia-hsing Lu M.d. NPPES

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

DANIEL CHIA-HSING LU M.D. (NPI 1457585903) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Santa Monica, California, licensed in California (A91813) and active in the NPI registry since May 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457585903
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameDANIEL CHIA-HSING LUCredential: M.D.
Location Address1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 100Santa Monica, CA 90401-2061
Mailing Address5767 W Century Blvd, Suite 400Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631 · (310) 267-2975
Phone(310) 267-2975
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateMay 13, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 2015
✔ NPI 1457585903 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A91813
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Daniel Chia-hsing Lu 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 ID3870644305
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100902000385
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 Daniel Lu reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

The Regents Of The University Of California
5.4 mi
Neurological Surgery
300 STEIN PLAZA SUITE 420
Los Angeles, CA 90095
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 41 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538125844 (310) 825-5111

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 5

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
93 services93 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
52 services47 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.
27 services27 patients
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord or nerves and/or removal of disc 63030
This procedure involves partially removing a spine bone, which may help to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord or nerves. It can also include disc removal. This can reduce pain and improve mobility. It's a common treatment for certain back conditions.
13 services13 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90401 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

72.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality64.76
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost36.63

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

DR. PATRICIA YEE-LING CHANG M.D.
Family Medicine
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 300
SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
Los Angeles County (310) 395-5588
JASON MOSKOVITZ
Acupuncturist
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 300
SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
Los Angeles County (310) 917-2200
JESSICA SHY CHEN L.AC., DILP. O.M.
Acupuncturist
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 300
SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
Los Angeles County (310) 917-2200
XIAOMEI CAI
Acupuncturist
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 300
SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
Los Angeles County (310) 917-2200
MR. EDSEL TAN LAC
Acupuncturist
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 300
SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
Los Angeles County (310) 917-2200
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 100
SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
Los Angeles County (424) 259-7000
UC REGENTS UCLA DMPG DERMATOLOGY
Dermatology
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, UC REGENTS UCLA DMPG DERMATOLOGY SUITE 200
SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
Los Angeles County (310) 917-3376
DAOSHING NI L.AC., O.M.D., PH.D.
Acupuncturist
1131 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 300
SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
Los Angeles County (310) 917-2200

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 Daniel Lu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Lu is 1457585903. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2009.

Where is Daniel Lu located?

Daniel Lu practices at 1131 Wilshire Blvd Suite 100, Santa Monica, CA 90401. The listed phone number is (310) 267-2975.

What is Daniel Lu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Daniel Lu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Daniel Lu 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 Daniel Lu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Daniel Lu reassigns Medicare benefits to The Regents Of The University Of California (Los Angeles, CA). 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 Daniel Lu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Daniel Lu was last updated on August 18, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.