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DR. THEODORE SHU M.D.
NPI 1598820029
Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, CA

Active since December 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1520 SAN PABLO ST, SUITE 1000, LOS ANGELES, CA 90033(323) 442-5100 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Theodore Shu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. THEODORE SHU M.D. (NPI 1598820029) is an individual internal medicine provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (A80265) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New York Medical College (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598820029
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. THEODORE SHUCredential: M.D.
Location Address1520 SAN PABLO ST, SUITE 1000Los Angeles, CA 90033-5310
Mailing AddressPo Box 31309Los Angeles, CA 90031-0309 · (323) 442-5100
Phone(323) 442-5100
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateDecember 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 2013
✔ NPI 1598820029 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A80265
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1520 SAN PABLO ST, Los Angeles, CA 90033
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Other Identifiers 3

OtherGR0100430CA · Group Medical
OtherW18762CA · Group Medicare
Other1902846303CA · Group Npi

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

Dr. Theodore Shu 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 ID9335319607
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110823000869
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 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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
78 services46 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.
63 services46 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.
46 services28 patients
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated 81001
A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.
15 services11 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing 93005
An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, painless test that records the heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your skin, it generates a tracing of your heart rhythm. It helps detect any heart problems by showing the timing and strength of electrical signals passing through each part of your heart.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90033 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
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers11 claims12 services$212.78 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. CAROLINE HWANG M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1520 SAN PABLO ST, SUITE 1000
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-5100
GISELLE MARIA PETZINGER M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1520 SAN PABLO ST, SUITE 3000
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-5710
LIGAYA CASTILLO
Nurse Practitioner
1520 SAN PABLO ST, SUITE 1000
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-5100
ERICA ZOE SHOEMAKER MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1520 SAN PABLO ST, STE 1652
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-6000
DR. MICHELE TORTORA PATO M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1520 SAN PABLO ST, STE1652
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-6000
DR. EDY E SOFFER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1520 SAN PABLO ST, SUITE 1000
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-5100
DR. TRACY DEBRA LAWRENCE M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1520 SAN PABLO ST, SUITE 1000
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-5100
CAROLYN L. KALOOSTIAN MD
Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
1520 SAN PABLO ST, 1ST FLOOR
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-5900

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 Theodore Shu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Theodore Shu is 1598820029. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 26, 2006.

Where is Theodore Shu located?

Theodore Shu practices at 1520 San Pablo St Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90033. The listed phone number is (323) 442-5100.

What is Theodore Shu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Theodore Shu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Theodore Shu 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 Theodore Shu was last updated on December 2, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.