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DR. JAMES W CHU MD
NPI 1710969266
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Monterey, CA

Active since November 18, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, SUITE B-200, MONTEREY, CA 93940(831) 375-6334(831) 375-6331 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 17, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. James W Chu Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES W CHU MD (NPI 1710969266) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Monterey, California, licensed in California (A63212) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Stanford University School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710969266
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES W CHUCredential: MD
Location Address2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, SUITE B-200Monterey, CA 93940-5736
Mailing Address2 Upper Ragsdale Dr, Suite B-200Monterey, CA 93940-5736 · (831) 375-6334 · Fax (831) 375-6331
Phone(831) 375-6334
Fax(831) 375-6331
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSStanford University School Of MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateNovember 18, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 17, 2008
✔ NPI 1710969266 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A63212
Definition
An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, Monterey, CA 93940
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINH71854CA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified00A632120CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James W 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 ID6002871399
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041129000531
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show James Chu reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Monterey Endocrine And Diabetes Institute, Inc
Same address
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, B - 200
Monterey, CA 93940
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
NPI 1326083569 (831) 375-6334
County Of Monterey
2.3 mi
Family Medicine
1156 FREMONT BLVD
Seaside, CA 93955
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 93 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881645158 (831) 899-8100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.
1,073 services515 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
141 services59 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
122 services92 patients
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue 76536
An ultrasound scan of the head and neck soft tissue is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in these areas. It helps identify any abnormalities or issues, such as tumors, cysts, or infections. It's painless and doesn't involve radiation.
83 services81 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
49 services49 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93940 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
$139.84 typical visit price
range $61.69 – $184.30
Typical copayment $34.96 (range $15.42 – $46.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.04 typical visit price
range $20.34 – $151.02
Typical copayment $27.01 (range $5.08 – $37.75)
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.

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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%2,581 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
92%4,614 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
58%102 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%1,370 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
99%1,210 patients5/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
70%1,370 patients3/55-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 4

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
31 suppliers199 claims553 services$6.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
16 suppliers47 claims58 services$1.03 avg. paid by Medicare
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
9 suppliers270 claims270 services$183.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Receiver (monitor), dedicated, for use with therapeutic glucose continuous monitor system K0554
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers21 claims21 services$204.53 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.

CENTRAL COAST HEAD & NECK SURDEONS A M C INC
Otolaryngology
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, STE B-270
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 657-0377
BETSY NOVOTNY CPNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, SUITE B210
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 333-0999
CYNTHIA FERNANDEZ MN, FNP- BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, SUITE B110- BUILDING B
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 647-3190
ROBIN ELIZABETH PROCTOR CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 649-7220
MEGAN SUZANNE O'NEILL PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, SUITE B-200
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 375-6334
JODY LYNN WHITELOCK M.D.
Pediatrics
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 333-0999
DR. JENNIFER LYNN KEIR-GARZA
Otolaryngology
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR, B230
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 649-0808
ASHLEE BLAINE DO
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2 UPPER RAGSDALE DR
MONTEREY, CA 93940
Monterey County (831) 333-3040

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 James Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Chu is 1710969266. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 18, 2005.

Where is James Chu located?

James Chu practices at 2 Upper Ragsdale Dr Suite B-200, Monterey, CA 93940. The listed phone number is (831) 375-6334.

What is James Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is James Chu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for James Chu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Chu reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Monterey Endocrine And Diabetes Institute, Inc (Monterey, CA) and County Of Monterey (Seaside, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for James Chu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Chu was last updated on October 17, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.