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DR. SAMUEL KWANG-WEI CHU M.D.
NPI 1538450770
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Sports Medicine in Chicago, IL

Q: What is Samuel Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Chu is 1538450770. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2011.

Q: What is Samuel Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081S0010X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Chu was last updated on July 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since April 21, 2011PECOS Enrolled

80.51/100

CMS Quality Rating

355 E ERIE ST, CHICAGO, IL 60611(312) 238-7767(312) 238-7709 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 17, 2026, Apr 22, 2022, Dec 1, 2017 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Samuel Kwang-wei Chu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SAMUEL KWANG-WEI CHU M.D. (NPI 1538450770) is an individual sports medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-101920) and active in the NPI registry since April 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medical Center, and is a graduate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538450770

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2081S0010X

Provider Legal NameDR. SAMUEL KWANG-WEI CHUCredential: M.D.

Location Address355 E ERIE STChicago, IL 60611-3167

Mailing Address355 E Erie StChicago, IL 60611-3167 · (312) 238-1000 · Fax (312) 238-7709

Phone(312) 238-7767

Fax(312) 238-7709

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateApril 21, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2026

✔ NPI 1538450770 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2081S0010X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036-101920

Definition

A physician who specializes in Sports Medicine is responsible for continuous care related to the enhancement of health and fitness as well as the prevention of injury and illness. The specialist possesses knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury from many areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation and injuries. It is the goal of a Sports Medicine specialist to improve the healthcare of the individual engaged in physical exercise.

Also ListedPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationTaxonomy 208100000X · License 036-101920 (IL)

355 E ERIE ST, Chicago, IL 60611

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid036140570-1IL

OtherP01789506IL · Medicare Railroad

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

Dr. Samuel Kwang-wei 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 ID6103111869

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160822000017

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 9

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.

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.

286 services120 patients

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.

243 services121 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.

207 services139 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

95 services72 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.

61 services61 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

41 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140088

Location5841 South MarylandChicago, IL 60637 · Cook County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140281

Location251 E Huron StChicago, IL 60611 · Cook County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

80.51/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

84.47

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

26.22

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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.

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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation