JOSEPH VU
NPI 1871106435
Physician Assistant in Fort Wayne, IN

Active since August 24, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1819 CAREW ST, FORT WAYNE, IN 46805(260) 702-8064 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 24, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Joseph Vu NPPES

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

JOSEPH VU (NPI 1871106435) is an individual physician assistant in Fort Wayne, Indiana and active in the NPI registry since August 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871106435
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH VU
Location Address1819 CAREW STFort Wayne, IN 46805-4705
Mailing Address130 W Creighton Ave Apt 3aFort Wayne, IN 46807-1364 · (574) 340-5921
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateAugust 24, 2020
NPPES CertifiedAugust 19, 2020
NPI 1871106435 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

1819 CAREW ST, Fort Wayne, IN 46805

Accepted Insurance

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

Joseph Vu 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 ID2567859580
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220421001623
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 7

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.

Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance 49083
This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.
85 services24 patients
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
57 services49 patients
Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement 77012
This process involves a radiologist examining CT scan images to accurately guide a needle's placement within the body. This technique is often used for biopsies or treatments, ensuring precision and safety.
34 services34 patients
Core needle biopsy of lung or center cavity of chest (mediastinum), accessed through skin 32408
A core needle biopsy of the lung or mediastinum is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is collected using a needle inserted through the skin. This helps in diagnosing lung conditions or diseases in the chest's central cavity. It's a safe and minimally invasive process.
20 services18 patients
Needle biopsy of liver through skin 47000
A needle biopsy of the liver through skin is a procedure where a small tissue sample from your liver is collected using a thin needle. This is done to diagnose liver diseases or conditions. It involves inserting the needle through your skin and into your liver.
15 services15 patients
Removal of spinal fluid with lower back spinal tap for diagnostic test using imaging guidance 62328
A lower back spinal tap, guided by imaging, is a procedure to collect spinal fluid for testing. A needle is carefully inserted into the lower back to draw out fluid. This can help diagnose various conditions. It's performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Wayne, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number150017
Location7950 W Jefferson BlvdFort Wayne, IN 46804 · Allen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kosciusko Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Warsaw, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number150133
Location2101 E Dubois DrWarsaw, IN 46580 · Kosciusko County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46805 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.48 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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 14

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

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1819 CAREW ST
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular (Sonography)
1819 CAREW ST
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1819 CAREW ST
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
Physician Assistant
1819 CAREW ST
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1819 CAREW ST
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
Physician Assistant
1819 CAREW ST
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
Physician Assistant
1819 CAREW ST
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1819 CAREW ST
FORT WAYNE, IN 46805

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 Joseph Vu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Vu is 1871106435. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 24, 2020.

Where is Joseph Vu located?

Joseph Vu practices at 1819 Carew St, Fort Wayne, IN 46805. The listed phone number is (260) 702-8064.

What is Joseph Vu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Joseph Vu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Vu 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.

What insurance does Joseph Vu accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and CareSource list Joseph Vu 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 Joseph Vu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Vu is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana and Kosciusko Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Vu was last updated on August 24, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.