DR. YUN-SEN RALPH CHU M.D.
NPI 1659367423
Ophthalmology in Bloomington, MN

Active since September 27, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
9117 LYNDALE AVE S, BLOOMINGTON, MN 55420(952) 835-1235(952) 835-1092 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 16, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Yun-sen Ralph Chu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. YUN-SEN RALPH CHU M.D. (NPI 1659367423) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Bloomington, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (38792) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659367423
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. YUN-SEN RALPH CHUCredential: M.D.
Location Address9117 LYNDALE AVE SBloomington, MN 55420-3522
Mailing Address9117 Lyndale Ave SBloomington, MN 55420-3522 · (952) 835-1235 · Fax (952) 835-1092
Fax(952) 835-1092
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNorthwestern University Feinberg Medical SchoolGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 16, 2022
NPPES CertifiedAugust 16, 2022
NPI 1659367423 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in MN · 38792
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
9117 LYNDALE AVE S, Bloomington, MN 55420

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid288517400MN

Accepted Insurance

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. Yun-sen Ralph 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 ID6406886100
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120220000583
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.

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
403 services217 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
212 services211 patients
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821
This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.
168 services104 patients
Extracapsular removal of cataract with insertion of artificial lens and insertion of drainage device in front chamber of eye 66991
This is a two-part eye procedure. First, a cloudy lens (cataract) is removed from its outer layer and replaced with an artificial lens to improve vision. Second, a drainage device is inserted into the front part of the eye to manage fluid levels, preventing pressure build-up.
31 services16 patients
Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66982
This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. It helps restore vision that has been affected by the cataract. The operation is usually done under local anesthesia.
14 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55420 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
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

93.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost76.86

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Clinic/Center (Ophthalmologic Surgery)
9117 LYNDALE AVE S
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55420
Optometrist
9117 LYNDALE AVE S
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55420
Optometrist
9117 LYNDALE AVE S
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55420
Optometrist
9117 LYNDALE AVE S
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55420
Specialist
9117 LYNDALE AVE S
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55420
Optometrist
9117 LYNDALE AVE S
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55420
Optometrist
9117 LYNDALE AVE S
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55420

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 Yun-sen Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yun-sen Chu is 1659367423. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2005.

Where is Yun-sen Chu located?

Yun-sen Chu practices at 9117 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420. The listed phone number is (952) 835-1235.

What is Yun-sen Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Yun-sen Chu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Yun-sen Chu 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.

What insurance does Yun-sen Chu accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Yun-sen Chu as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yun-sen Chu was last updated on August 16, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.