JULIE ZHU MD
NPI 1871506212
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Gainesville, FL

Q: What is the provider's specialty?

The provider's specialty is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RG0300X and a focus in Geriatric Medicine.

Active since August 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

90.29/100

CMS Quality Rating

3720 NW 83RD ST, GAINESVILLE, FL 32606(352) 336-3050(352) 337-2571 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 9, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Julie Zhu Md NPPES

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

JULIE ZHU MD (NPI 1871506212) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME83771) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Florida North Florida Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871506212

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0300X

Provider Legal NameJULIE ZHUCredential: MD

Location Address3720 NW 83RD STGainesville, FL 32606-5603

Mailing AddressPo Box 141450Gainesville, FL 32614-1450 · (352) 371-9777 · Fax (352) 371-0089

Phone(352) 336-3050

Fax(352) 337-2571

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1982

Enumeration DateAugust 15, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 9, 2010

✔ NPI 1871506212 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0300X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME83771

Definition

An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License ME83771 (FL)

3720 NW 83RD ST, Gainesville, FL 32606

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Other Identifiers 6

Medicare UPINH59591FL

Other110236793FL · Railroad Medicare

Other12028FL · Bc/bs Florida

Medicare PIN12028ZFL

Other283736FL · Avmed

Medicaid264054600FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL).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

Julie Zhu 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 ID9739084013

PECOS Enrollment IDI20031201000182

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 21

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 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, 30-39 minutes 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.

816 services150 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 40 minutes 99336

This is a routine visit for established patients residing in care facilities like nursing homes or assisted living. The visit typically lasts about 40 minutes, during which the healthcare provider checks your overall health, discusses any concerns, and adjusts care plans as needed.

664 services101 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

509 services68 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

443 services72 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner supervision of a patient receiving medicare-covered services provided by a participating home health agency (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician or allow G0181

This service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.

266 services77 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 25 minutes 99335

This refers to a routine medical visit for an established patient living in a group care facility, custodial care, or assisted living. The visit typically lasts 25 minutes and includes a check-up and discussion about ongoing healthcare needs.

256 services78 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

139 services98 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 10 minutes 99307

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

101 services44 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes 99306

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

81 services61 patients

Physician supervision of a patient under a medicare-approved hospice (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician development and/or revision of care plans, review of subsequent reports of patien G0182

This service involves a doctor overseeing a patient's care in a hospice, even when the patient isn't present. The doctor regularly creates or adjusts care plans, and reviews patient reports. This supervision is needed for complex, multidisciplinary treatments. It's part of ensuring quality care under Medicare's hospice benefit.

73 services25 patients

Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity 99496

Transitional care management services are designed to ensure a smooth transition from a hospital to home or another care setting for patients with complex health issues. These services include medication management, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers.

54 services44 patients

Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes 99316

Nursing facility discharge management over 30 minutes is a comprehensive process where a healthcare team prepares you for leaving the facility. It involves creating a tailored plan, coordinating care, and ensuring a smooth transition to your next care setting.

36 services34 patients

New patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 75 minutes 99328

This service involves an initial visit to a new patient in a custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living. The visit typically lasts 75 minutes and focuses on assessing the patient's health status, understanding their needs, and planning their ongoing care.

36 services36 patients

Transitional care management services for problem of moderate complexity 99495

Transitional care management services focus on coordinating and managing your care after you leave the hospital. For moderate complexity problems, this involves managing your medications, arranging further treatments, and ensuring you have the necessary follow-ups.

29 services28 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 99215

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.

25 services19 patients

Nursing facility annual assessment, typically 30 minutes 99318

An annual assessment at a nursing facility is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 30 minutes. It's a chance for healthcare professionals to evaluate your overall health and wellness, monitor any ongoing conditions, and adjust care plans as needed.

17 services17 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes 99305

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

16 services12 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 1 hour 99337

This service involves a healthcare professional visiting an established patient in a group care facility or assisted living for about an hour. The visit may include health checks, medication management, and addressing any health concerns to maintain the patient's well-being.

16 services11 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.

16 services16 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 15 minutes 99334

This is a routine 15-minute visit for patients residing in care facilities like nursing homes or assisted living. During this visit, healthcare providers review the patient's health, manage medications, and address any concerns or changes in condition. It ensures continuous, quality care.

14 services13 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes 99205

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.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hca Florida North Florida Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100204

Location6500 W Newberry RdGainesville, FL 32605 · Alachua County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32606 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

$171.84 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $42.96 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$99.16 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

90.29/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

76.66

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age

100%94 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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 suppliers15 claims30 services$5.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Transport chair, adult size, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds E1038

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$7.77 avg. paid by Medicare

Wheelchair accessory, manual fully reclining back, (recline greater than 80 degrees), each E1226

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier18 claims18 services$35.62 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 suppliers16 claims16 services$99.45 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier55 claims55 services$19.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Lightweight wheelchair K0003

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier89 claims89 services$32.08 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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