2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1568571107 M.D.
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DAVID CHU, M.D.

Ophthalmology Physician in SPRINGFIELD, Virginia. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
3K
Medicare Part D claims · 532 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
90%
generic claims · 10% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: DAVID CHU, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in SPRINGFIELD, Virginia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 3K claims across 532 beneficiaries — 10% brand-name prescribing .

What the federal data shows

DAVID CHU, M.D. filed 2,777 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Ophthalmology Physician in SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, prescribing 90% generic.

3K
Part D claims, 2023
90%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

DAVID CHU, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

DAVID CHU, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/29/2006

NPI 1568571107

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

2,777 96% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

Specialty distribution in Virginia

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among Virginia providers

Virginia providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within Virginia

1. Ophthalmology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Ophthalmology Physician share within Virginia

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Ophthalmology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Ophthalmology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Ophthalmology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Ophthalmology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

DAVID CHU, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider practicing in SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1568571107. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

DAVID CHU, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 6501 LOISDALE CT, SPRINGFIELD, VA, 22150, with a listed phone of (703) 922-1000. NPI 1568571107 was issued on 08/29/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CHU most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 2,777 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 532 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $134K in drug spend, split 10% brand-name and 90% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Ophthalmology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 22,090 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,420 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

6501 LOISDALE CT
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150

Provider Details

NPI 1568571107
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/29/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where DAVID CHU, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN OF THE MID ATLANTIC STATES, INC
LARGO, MD

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

DAVID CHU, M.D. — brand share 10.0%
Specialty average (est.)

10% brand-name claims vs 90% generic, on 2,777 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

2,777
Total Claims
$134K
Total Drug Cost
532
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
6,962
Total Day Supply
205,289
Brand vs Generic
10% brand / 90% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$72K
Generic Drug Cost
$63K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
76.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.08
Gender Split
48% female / 52% male
Age Distribution
<65: 17, 65-74: 191, 75-84: 238, 85+: 86

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Latanoprost
847
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
543
Brimonidine Tartrate
420
Timolol Maleate
207
Dorzolamide Hcl
137
Prednisolone Acetate
130
Erythromycin
Erythromycin Base
72
Ketorolac Tromethamine
68
Pilocarpine Hcl
38
Rhopressa
Netarsudil Mesylate
33

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How DAVID CHU, M.D. fits within the Ophthalmology Physician landscape nationally.

22,090
Ophthalmology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Ophthalmology Physician
1,420
Avg Claims per Provider

DAVID CHU, M.D.'s 2,777 claims are above the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in Virginia

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Virginia, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as CHU.

Compare Ophthalmology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DAVID CHU, M.D.'s specialty?
DAVID CHU, M.D. specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in SPRINGFIELD, Virginia. Credentials: M.D..
How much does DAVID CHU, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DAVID CHU, M.D. wrote 2,777 Medicare Part D claims totaling $134K in drug costs for 532 beneficiaries.
Where is DAVID CHU, M.D. located?
DAVID CHU, M.D. is located at 6501 LOISDALE CT, SPRINGFIELD, VA, 22150. Phone: (703) 922-1000.
What is DAVID CHU, M.D.'s NPI number?
DAVID CHU, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568571107, issued on 08/29/2006.
Does DAVID CHU, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DAVID CHU, M.D.'s prescribing is 10% brand-name and 90% generic drugs by claim count, with $72K in brand drug costs.
How many Ophthalmology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 22,090 Ophthalmology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Ophthalmology Physician provider writes 1,420 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does DAVID CHU, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, DAVID CHU, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Dorzolamide-Timolol, Brimonidine Tartrate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does DAVID CHU, M.D. accept Medicare?
DAVID CHU, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 2,777 Part D claims and 532 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DAVID CHU, M.D.'s credentials?
DAVID CHU, M.D.'s NPI is 1568571107 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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