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BENNY CHU DO
NPI 1851483754
Internal Medicine in West Orange, NJ

Active since September 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
449 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE, 1ST FLOOR, WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052(973) 731-7868 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 21, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Benny Chu Do NPPES

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

BENNY CHU DO (NPI 1851483754) is an individual internal medicine provider in West Orange, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MB08128800) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Newton Medical Center, and is a graduate of New York College Of Osteo Medicine Of New York Institute Of Technology (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851483754
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameBENNY CHUCredential: DO
Location Address449 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE, 1ST FLOORWest Orange, NJ 07052-2723
Mailing AddressPo Box 416457Boston, MA 02241-6457
Phone(973) 731-7868
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York College Of Osteo Medicine Of New York Institute Of TechnologyGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateSeptember 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 21, 2016
✔ NPI 1851483754 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MB08128800
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
449 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE, West Orange, NJ 07052
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINH15095
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified60C271NY
Medicare PIN105990NJ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Oscar Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Benny Chu Do 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 ID3577564640
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070117000127
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Benny Chu reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Optum Medical Care Of New Jersey PC
30 mi
Pediatrics
1 DAKOTA DR
New Hyde Park, NY 11042
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 417 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1578665048 (516) 627-1811

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 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.

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.
526 services204 patients
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.
96 services68 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
87 services84 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
86 services86 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
61 services59 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
50 services50 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Newton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Newton, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310028
Location175 High StNewton, NJ 07860 · Sussex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Overlook Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Summit, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310051
Location99 Beauvoir AvenueSummit, NJ 07901 · Union County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Livingston, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310076
Location94 Old Short Hills RoadLivingston, NJ 07039 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07052 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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
7 suppliers17 claims46 services$6.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers24 claims24 services$55.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$31.09 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 5

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

DR. JON DAVID GREEN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
449 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE, 2ND FLOOR
WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
Essex County (973) 731-7868
DR. PRASHANT N PANDYA MD
Internal Medicine
449 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE, 1ST FLOOR
WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
Essex County (973) 731-7868
THOMAS G HIGGINS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
449 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE, 2ND FLOOR
WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
Essex County (973) 731-7868
KAUSHIK CHHAGANLAL MODI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
449 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE, 2ND FLOOR
WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
Essex County (973) 731-7868
DANIEL KILHO LEE M.D.
Internal Medicine
449 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE
WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
Essex County (973) 731-7868

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 Benny Chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benny Chu is 1851483754. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 28, 2006.

Where is Benny Chu located?

Benny Chu practices at 449 Mount Pleasant Ave 1st Floor, West Orange, NJ 07052. The listed phone number is (973) 731-7868.

What is Benny Chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Benny Chu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benny 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 organization bills Medicare for Benny Chu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Benny Chu reassigns Medicare benefits to Optum Medical Care Of New Jersey PC (New Hyde Park, NY). The 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 Benny Chu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Benny Chu accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Oscar Health list Benny Chu as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Benny Chu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benny Chu is affiliated with Newton Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benny Chu was last updated on November 21, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.