DR. GEORGE SU M.D.
NPI 1568546885
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in San Francisco, CA


Quality Rating: 91.85 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since October 24, 2006

Contact Information

1001 POTRERO AVENUE
BLDG. 5, FL. 1, #1M
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
ZIP 94110
Phone: (628) 206-8335
Fax: (628) 206-3012

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 32
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About GEORGE SU

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for George Su, an internist established in San Francisco, California with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in pulmonary disease and more than 32 years of experience. He graduated from University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine in 1995. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1568546885 assigned on October 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RP1001X with license number A62053 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated May 2026.

NPI
1568546885
Provider Name
DR. GEORGE SU M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1001 POTRERO AVENUE BLDG. 5, FL. 1, #1M SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Location Phone
(628) 206-8335
Location Fax
(628) 206-3012
Mailing Address
1001 POTRERO AVENUE BLDG. 5, FL. 1, #1M SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Mailing Phone
(628) 206-8335
Mailing Fax
(628) 206-3012
Medical School Name
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, GEFFEN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduation Year
1995
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
10-24-2006
Last Update Date
05-13-2026
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An internist like George Su is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Internal Medicine Pulmonary Disease

Taxonomy Code
207RP1001X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
A62053
License State
CA
Taxonomy Description
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207R00000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine

A62053 (CA)
2207RC0200XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine
Critical Care Medicine

A62053 (CA)

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

George Su is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

George Su is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 3971589300

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20040626000333

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A4604)

    6 DME suppliers used 175 Medicare Claims 175 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each (HCPCS:A7030)

    6 DME suppliers used 85 Medicare Claims 85 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each (HCPCS:A7031)

    4 DME suppliers used 59 Medicare Claims 174 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each (HCPCS:A7032)

    3 DME suppliers used 64 Medicare Claims 379 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair (HCPCS:A7033)

    5 DME suppliers used 45 Medicare Claims 269 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap (HCPCS:A7034)

    5 DME suppliers used 165 Medicare Claims 165 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Headgear used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7035)

    7 DME suppliers used 184 Medicare Claims 184 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Chinstrap used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7036)

    4 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Tubing used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7037)

    3 DME suppliers used 74 Medicare Claims 74 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7038)

    6 DME suppliers used 182 Medicare Claims 1065 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7039)

    3 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 26 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each (HCPCS:A7046)

    6 DME suppliers used 52 Medicare Claims 52 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE005N)

    Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) (HCPCS:E0466)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) (HCPCS:E0470)

    2 DME suppliers used 72 Medicare Claims 72 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:E0562)

    3 DME suppliers used 73 Medicare Claims 73 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device (HCPCS:E0601)

    4 DME suppliers used 526 Medicare Claims 526 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, airflow, and effort

A sleep study monitors your heart rate, breathing patterns, airflow, and physical effort while you sleep. It helps identify sleep disorders by tracking your sleep stages and cycles. This data aids doctors in diagnosing and treating sleep-related issues.

This service was performed 16 times for 16 patients

Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, airflow, and effort

A sleep study monitors your heart rate, breathing patterns, airflow, and physical effort while you sleep. It helps identify sleep disorders by tracking your sleep stages and cycles. This data aids doctors in diagnosing and treating sleep-related issues.

This service was performed 60 times for 59 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $38.45 for a new patient copayment and $29.87 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 94110 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $153.83
  • Minimum New Patient Price $69
  • Maximum New Patient Price $202.35
  • Average New Patient Copayment $38.45
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $17.25
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $50.58

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $119.48
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $23.44
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $166.46
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $29.87
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.86
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $41.61

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 91.85, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

  • Final Score: 91.85 out of 100

    The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.

  • Quality Score: 83.53

    The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.

    There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.

  • Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

    The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.

    The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

  • Improvement Activities Score: 40

    The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.

    The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores.

  • Cost Score: 68.01

    The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.

    Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

  • Cost Score: 68.01

    The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.

    Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1568546885, we treat the final digit (5) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 65. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 65 = 5).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
5
Unchanged
Pos 3
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 4
8
Unchanged
Pos 5
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 6
4
Unchanged
Pos 7
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 8
8
Unchanged
Pos 9
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Check
5
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 6 → 12 → 3 5 → 10 → 1 6 → 12 → 3 8 → 16 → 7

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 5 + 1 + 2 + 8 + 1 + 0 + 4 + 1 + 2 + 8 + 1 + 6 + 24 = 65

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 65 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 65 = 5
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 5, which matches the last digit of 1568546885.

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Anesthesiology
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Orthopaedic Surgery
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Anesthesiology
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Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 4M62
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Urology
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 3A20
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Orthopaedic Surgery
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 3A36
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 6D14
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Neurological Surgery
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 4M39
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Anesthesiology
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 2A21
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Anesthesiology
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 3C34
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 3A36
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Surgery
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 3A37
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Internal Medicine
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 1E21
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, SFGH DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY, ROOM 1X57
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 6D14
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 5G1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Emergency Medicine
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 1E21
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, BLDG 3 RM 102
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Emergency Medicine
1001 POTRERO AVENUE, RM 1E21
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1568546885, enumerated as an "individual" on October 24, 2006.

The provider is located at 1001 POTRERO AVENUE BLDG. 5, FL. 1, #1M SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110 and the phone number is (628) 206-8335.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RP1001X and a focus in Pulmonary Disease.