DR. ZHEXI LU MD
NPI 1962131813
Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since June 07, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C, PITTSBURGH, PA 15240(412) 822-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 12, 2026, Jun 3, 2025, Feb 20, 2025 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Zhexi Lu Md NPPES

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

DR. ZHEXI LU MD (NPI 1962131813) is an individual internal medicine provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD489648) and active in the NPI registry since June 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962131813
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ZHEXI LUCredential: MD
Location AddressUNIVERSITY DRIVE CPittsburgh, PA 15240
Mailing Address3600 Forbes Ave, Forbes Tower - Plaza Level Suite 140Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3410
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateJune 7, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 12, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 12, 2026
NPI 1962131813 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in PA · MD489648
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.
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C, Pittsburgh, PA 15240

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

Dr. Zhexi 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 ID5193104891
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250509000249
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.

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390114
Location300 Halket StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390164
Location200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15240 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

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.

Dietitian, Registered
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C
PITTSBURGH, PA 15240
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C
PITTSBURGH, PA 15240
Dermatology
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C
PITTSBURGH, PA 15240
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C
PITTSBURGH, PA 15240
Nursing Facility/Intermediate Care Facility
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C
PITTSBURGH, PA 15240
Social Worker
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C
PITTSBURGH, PA 15240
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C
PITTSBURGH, PA 15240
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
UNIVERSITY DRIVE C, ROOM #1W161, VA PITTSBURGH HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
PITTSBURGH, PA 15240

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 Zhexi Lu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Zhexi Lu is 1962131813. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2022.

Where is Zhexi Lu located?

Zhexi Lu practices at University Drive C, Pittsburgh, PA 15240. The listed phone number is (412) 822-3000.

What is Zhexi Lu's specialty?

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

Is Zhexi Lu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Zhexi 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 Zhexi Lu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Zhexi Lu is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System and Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Zhexi Lu was last updated on March 12, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.