ALBERT YA-PO WU MD, PHD
NPI 1790945046
Ophthalmology - Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Stanford, CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Albert Wu is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Albert Wu is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• PECOS PAC ID: 4880869130

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20170816001753

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

This service was performed 127 times for 118 patients

Exam of visual field with extended testing

An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.

This service was performed 36 times for 35 patients

Insertion of probe into nasal tear duct

The insertion of a probe into the nasal tear duct is a procedure done to clear blockages in the tear duct. This helps restore normal tear drainage, preventing excessive tearing or infection. A thin, flexible instrument is gently inserted into the duct to open it up. It's a quick, usually painless process.

This service was performed 21 times for 21 patients

Melanoma (skin cancer) excision

Melanoma excision is a procedure where a surgeon removes melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and some surrounding healthy tissue. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the area. The goal is to completely remove the cancer and prevent its spread. Healing time varies.

This service was performed for 12 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

This service was performed 49 times for 49 patients

Photography of content of eyes

Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.

This service was performed 86 times for 84 patients

Reconstruction of eyelid margin

Reconstruction of the eyelid margin is a surgical procedure to repair defects or abnormalities in the eyelid. It helps to protect the eye, improve vision, and enhance appearance. The surgery involves reshaping the eyelid using tissue grafts or flaps.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Reconstruction of eyelid margin

Reconstruction of the eyelid margin is a surgical procedure to repair defects or abnormalities in the eyelid. It helps to protect the eye, improve vision, and enhance appearance. The surgery involves reshaping the eyelid using tissue grafts or flaps.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Removal of up to 1/4 of eyelid margin and repair of eyelid

This procedure involves the careful removal of up to a quarter of the eyelid margin. It's often done to treat certain eye conditions or injuries. After removal, the eyelid is expertly repaired to restore its function and appearance.

This service was performed 29 times for 25 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $39.16 for a new patient copayment and $21.64 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 94305 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation

The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.

The NPI number 1790945046 is valid because the calculated check digit 6 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.

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