CHAU MINH VU M.D.
NPI 1689671497
Specialist in Webster, TX

Active since July 07, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
1567 LIVE OAK ST, SUITE A, WEBSTER, TX 77598(281) 332-2400(281) 332-2442 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Chau Minh Vu M.d. NPPES

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

CHAU MINH VU M.D. (NPI 1689671497) is an individual specialist in Webster, Texas, licensed in Texas (K5423) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689671497
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy174400000X
Provider Legal NameCHAU MINH VUCredential: M.D.
Location Address1567 LIVE OAK ST, SUITE AWebster, TX 77598-4154
Mailing AddressPo Box 57637Webster, TX 77598-7637 · (281) 332-2400 · Fax (281) 332-2442
Fax(281) 332-2442
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 2007
NPI 1689671497 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code174400000X
License Licensed in TX · K5423
Definition

An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

1567 LIVE OAK ST, Webster, TX 77598

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINH37029TX

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

Chau Minh Vu 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 ID6103724703
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031220000017
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.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 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.
1,078 services118 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
721 services333 patients
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
196 services32 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
165 services27 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
144 services80 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
66 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake

Acute Care Hospitals · Webster, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450617
Location500 W Medical Center BlvdWebster, TX 77598 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nassau Bay, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450709
Location18300 Houston Methodist DrNassau Bay, TX 77058 · Harris 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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality98.33
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
100%992 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%2,723 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
100%467 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
100%1,250 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
100%539 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 100% · 862 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 862 patients
100%62 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Patients combinedPopulations: 100% · 862 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 862 patients
100%44 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%597 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier11 claims2,640 services$0.18 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 2

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

Specialist
1567 LIVE OAK ST, SUITE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1567 LIVE OAK ST, SUITE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598

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 Chau Vu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chau Vu is 1689671497. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2005.

Where is Chau Vu located?

Chau Vu practices at 1567 Live Oak St Suite A, Webster, TX 77598. The listed phone number is (281) 332-2400.

What is Chau Vu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Chau Vu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chau Vu 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 Chau Vu accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and UnitedHealthcare list Chau Vu 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.

Is Chau Vu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chau Vu is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake and Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chau Vu was last updated on July 27, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.