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FRANKLIN M CHU MD
NPI 1700809753
Urology in San Bernardino, CA

Active since July 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.75/100
CMS Quality Rating
489E 21ST ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404(909) 882-2973(909) 882-2681 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 3, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Franklin M Chu Md NPPES

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

FRANKLIN M CHU MD (NPI 1700809753) is an individual urology provider in San Bernardino, California, licensed in California (C395830) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700809753
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208800000X
Provider Legal NameFRANKLIN M CHUCredential: MD
Location Address489E 21ST STSan Bernardino, CA 92404-4816
Mailing Address489 E 21st StSan Bernardino, CA 92404-4816 · (909) 882-2973 · Fax (909) 882-2681
Phone(909) 882-2973
Fax(909) 882-2681
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateJuly 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 3, 2015
✔ NPI 1700809753 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyUrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208800000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · C395830
Definition
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
489E 21ST ST, San Bernardino, CA 92404
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPINA37176CA
Medicaid00C395830CA
Other340001502CA · Railroad Medicare
Other00C395830CA · Blue Cross
Medicare PIN00C395832CA

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

Franklin M Chu 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 ID1557384740
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080801000445
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 11

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.

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.
268 services156 patients
Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg J9217
Leuprolide acetate is a medication that helps regulate certain hormone levels in your body. It's injected into your muscle once a month. This treatment can help manage various health conditions related to hormone imbalance. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
194 services28 patients
Simple bladder irrigation and/or instillation 51700
Bladder irrigation and/or instillation is a process where a sterile solution is introduced into the bladder to cleanse it or deliver medication. This procedure helps manage certain bladder conditions, ensuring optimal bladder health.
156 services43 patients
Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696
Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.
116 services25 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.
103 services78 patients
Administration of hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle 96402
This procedure involves the injection of hormone-based anti-cancer drugs under the skin or into a muscle. These medications help to slow down or stop the growth of certain types of cancer cells. The process is usually quick and can be performed in a clinic or hospital.
65 services28 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92404 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
$136.04 typical visit price
range $59.60 – $179.42
Typical copayment $34.01 (range $14.90 – $44.85)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.08 typical visit price
range $19.37 – $146.42
Typical copayment $18.52 (range $4.84 – $36.60)
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.

85.75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality54.4
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Lubricant, individual sterile packet, each A4332
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier12 claims1,800 services$0.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4351
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
3 suppliers16 claims3,240 services$1.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Franklin Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Franklin Chu is 1700809753. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 25, 2006.

Where is Franklin Chu located?

Franklin Chu practices at 489E 21st St, San Bernardino, CA 92404. The listed phone number is (909) 882-2973.

What is Franklin Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Is Franklin Chu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Franklin 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Franklin Chu was last updated on September 3, 2015. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.