DR. ALBERT LU MD
NPI 1679893226
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Santa Cruz, CA

Active since June 06, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2025 SOQUEL AVE, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062(831) 458-5521 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 25, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Albert Lu Md NPPES

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

DR. ALBERT LU MD (NPI 1679893226) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Santa Cruz, California, licensed in California (A116132) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Loma Linda, and is a graduate of University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679893226
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALBERT LUCredential: MD
Location Address2025 SOQUEL AVESanta Cruz, CA 95062-1323
Mailing Address325 Distel CirLos Altos, CA 94022-1408 · (831) 458-5521
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Davis School Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJune 6, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateMay 25, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMay 25, 2021
NPI 1679893226 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in CA · A116132
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
2025 SOQUEL AVE, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 111234 Anderson St, GME Office CP 21005Loma Linda, CA 92354-2804 · Phone (909) 558-7814

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. Albert Lu Md 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 ID4082839402
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140627000206
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 79

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.

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
22,250 services218 patients
Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml A9585
Gadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.
14,051 services152 patients
Piflufolastat f-18, diagnostic, 1 millicurie A9595
Piflufolastat F-18 is a radioactive diagnostic agent used in PET scans. It helps visualize certain cells in your body, aiding doctors in diagnosing specific conditions. This service involves injecting 1 millicurie of the agent into your body.
436 services45 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
434 services415 patients
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148
An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
346 services340 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
252 services232 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95062 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
$96.03 typical visit price
range $62.97 – $186.69
Typical copayment $24.00 (range $15.74 – $46.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.84 typical visit price
range $21.02 – $153.16
Typical copayment $19.46 (range $5.25 – $38.29)
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.

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.

Physical Therapist
2025 SOQUEL AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062
Marriage & Family Therapist
2025 SOQUEL AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062
Internal Medicine
2025 SOQUEL AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
2025 SOQUEL AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2025 SOQUEL AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2025 SOQUEL AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062
Internal Medicine
2025 SOQUEL AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062
Family Medicine
2025 SOQUEL AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95062

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 Albert Lu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Albert Lu is 1679893226. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2010.

Where is Albert Lu located?

Albert Lu practices at 2025 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062. The listed phone number is (831) 458-5521.

What is Albert Lu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Albert Lu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Albert 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Albert Lu was last updated on May 25, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.