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SHU Y LU MD
NPI 1821479338
Anesthesiology in Boston, MA

Active since June 11, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT ST., BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 726-3030 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 2, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 2, 2025, Jul 12, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Shu Y Lu Md NPPES

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

SHU Y LU MD (NPI 1821479338) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (279761) and active in the NPI registry since June 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821479338
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameSHU Y LUCredential: MD
Location AddressMASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT ST.Boston, MA 02114
Mailing AddressMassachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit St.Boston, MA 02114 · (617) 726-3030
Phone(617) 726-3030
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 2, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 2, 2025
✔ NPI 1821479338 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 279761
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207LC0200X · License 279761 (MA)
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, Boston, MA 02114
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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

Shu Y Lu 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 ID6901114503
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190925001855
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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
131 services73 patients
Insertion of probe in esophagus for heart ultrasound 93313
This procedure involves placing a small probe in your esophagus. The probe, connected to an ultrasound machine, helps capture detailed images of your heart. This non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure provides valuable information about your heart's structure and function.
44 services44 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410
Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
37 services37 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537
Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.
24 services24 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
24 services24 patients
Anesthesia for insertion of permanent heart pacemaker 00530
Anesthesia for a permanent heart pacemaker insertion helps to ensure comfort and calmness during the procedure. It's typically a local anesthetic, numbing the area where the pacemaker is inserted. Sedation may also be given to help you relax. You'll be awake, but may not remember the procedure.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

KAITLYN MY-TU LAM MBBS
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT STREET
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-7738
ALAKA RAY M.D.
Internal Medicine
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT STREET
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2066
MEGHAN E SISE M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT STREET
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2862
HUGH G AUCHINCLOSS M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT STREET
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2000
ANGELA M. JACQUES MD
Pediatrics
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT ST.
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2066
NICOLE J LOOK-HONG MD, MSC
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT ST.
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-3868
CORINNA M ELLIOTT MA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT STREET
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 724-5600
KIRAN J AGARWAL-HARDING MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, 55 FRUIT ST.
BOSTON, MA 02114
Suffolk County (617) 726-2942

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 Shu Lu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shu Lu is 1821479338. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2015.

Where is Shu Lu located?

Shu Lu practices at Massachusetts General Hospital 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 726-3030.

What is Shu Lu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Shu Lu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shu Lu 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.

Is Shu Lu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shu Lu is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shu Lu was last updated on March 2, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.