MELODY CHU
NPI 1821405630
Social Worker - Clinical in Citrus Heights, CA

Active since July 14, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7551 MADISON AVE, CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610(916) 904-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 19, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 7, 2025, Jul 21, 2022, Aug 14, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Melody Chu NPPES

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

MELODY CHU (NPI 1821405630) is an individual clinical provider in Citrus Heights, California, licensed in California (86664) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821405630
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy1041C0700X
Provider Legal NameMELODY CHU
Location Address7551 MADISON AVECitrus Heights, CA 95610-7449
Mailing Address7551 Madison AveCitrus Heights, CA 95610-7449 · (916) 904-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 19, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 19, 2026
NPI 1821405630 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtySocial Worker · ClinicalBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code1041C0700X
License Licensed in CA · 86664
Definition
A social worker who holds a master's or doctoral degree in social work from an accredited school of social work in addition to at least two years of post-master's supervised experience in a clinical setting. The social worker must be licensed, certified, or registered at the clinical level in the jurisdiction of practice. A clinical social worker provides direct services, including interventions focused on interpersonal interactions, intrapsychic dynamics, and life management issues. Clinical social work services are based on bio-psychosocial perspectives. Services consist of assessment, diagnosis, treatment (including psychotherapy and counseling), client-centered advocacy, consultation, evaluation, and prevention of mental illness, emotional, or behavioral disturbances.
Also ListedCounselorTaxonomy 101Y00000X · License 86664 (CA)
Also ListedCounselor · Mental HealthTaxonomy 101YM0800X · License 86664 (CA)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 86664 (CA)
7551 MADISON AVE, Citrus Heights, CA 95610

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

Melody Chu 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 ID7315391166
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230927001783
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 4

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.

Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 90834
Psychotherapy is a treatment method where you converse with a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In a 45-minute session, the therapist assists you in understanding and managing your mental health concerns, improving emotional wellness, and promoting personal growth.
91 services36 patients
Psychotherapy, 1 hour 90837
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
35 services19 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 90791
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.
32 services32 patients
Psychotherapy, 30 minutes 90832
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 30-minute session, the therapist helps you explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to better understand yourself and manage life's challenges.
26 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95610 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
$0.00 typical visit price
range $60.44 – $180.85
Typical copayment $0.00 (range $15.11 – $45.21)
Most-billed visit code NA
Established Patient
$75.03 typical visit price
range $19.88 – $148.15
Typical copayment $18.75 (range $4.97 – $37.03)
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 19

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

Family Medicine
7551 MADISON AVE
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610
Family Medicine
7551 MADISON AVE
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
7551 MADISON AVE
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610
Pediatrics
7551 MADISON AVE
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610
Internal Medicine
7551 MADISON AVE
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610
Family Medicine (Adult Medicine)
7551 MADISON AVE
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610
Physician Assistant
7551 MADISON AVE
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
7551 MADISON AVE
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610

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 Melody Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melody Chu is 1821405630. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2014.

Where is Melody Chu located?

Melody Chu practices at 7551 Madison Ave, Citrus Heights, CA 95610. The listed phone number is (916) 904-3000.

What is Melody Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Social Worker, specializing in Clinical, with taxonomy code 1041C0700X.

Is Melody Chu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melody 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 Melody Chu was last updated on February 19, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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.