DR. RICHARD NEIL PALU M.D.
NPI 1245378520
Ophthalmology in New York, NY
NPI Status: Active since February 01, 2007
Contact Information
161 MADISON AVE
6TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY
ZIP 10016
Phone: (212) 213-9783
Fax: (212) 213-4364
- Individual
- Male
- Ophthalmology
- PECOS Enrolled
About RICHARD PALU
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Richard Palu, a provider established in New York, New York with a medical specialization in Ophthalmology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1245378520 assigned on February 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207W00000X with license number 164811 (NY). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 16 years ago.
- NPI
- 1245378520
- Provider Name
- DR. RICHARD NEIL PALU M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 161 MADISON AVE 6TH FLOOR NEW YORK, NY 10016
- Location Phone
- (212) 213-9783
- Location Fax
- (212) 213-4364
- Mailing Address
- 161 MADISON AVE 6TH FLOOR NEW YORK, NY 10016
- Mailing Phone
- (212) 213-9783
- Mailing Fax
- (212) 213-4364
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 02-01-2007
- Last Update Date
- 06-22-2009
- Code Navigator
Ophthalmologists like Richard Palu specialize in diagnosing and treating eye conditions. They may perform surgeries to correct vision issues or prevent vision loss due to diseases like glaucoma. Additionally, they can provide eyeglasses, prescribe contact lenses, and offer other vision-related services.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Ophthalmology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207W00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 164811
- License State
- NY
- Taxonomy Description
- An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 701184 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | NJ | |
| 17F471 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | NY | |
| B77254 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | NY |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Richard Palu is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
New patient complete exam of visual system
Photography of content of eyes
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsPhotography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 10016 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $150.24
- Minimum New Patient Price $65.69
- Maximum New Patient Price $198.19
- Average New Patient Copayment $37.56
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $16.42
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $49.54
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $81.44
- Minimum Established Patient Price $21.2
- Maximum Established Patient Price $160.66
- Average Established Patient Copayment $20.36
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.3
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $40.16
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation
The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.
| Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation. | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit. | |||||||||
| 2 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 16 | 5 | 4 | |
| Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24. | |||||||||
| 2 + 2 + 8 + 5 + 6 + 7 + 1 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 24 = 70 | |||||||||
| Step 3: because the number obtained in step 2 ends in zero, the check digit is zero. | |||||||||
| 0 | |||||||||
The NPI number 1245378520 is valid because the calculated check digit 0 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 20 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.
| NPI | Name / Type | Taxonomy | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1528066834 | DR. EVELYN TOLSTON MD Individual | Allergy & Immunology (Allergy) | 161 MADISON AVE 3A NEW YORK, NY 10016 (646) 424-0400 |
| 1164401733 | DR. DAVID JOSE FELIX M.D. Individual | Internal Medicine | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 2E NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 213-1777 |
| 1669400180 | DR. CAROL M LEE M.D. Individual | Ophthalmology | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 5NE NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 684-2424 |
| 1376569269 | DR. ERIC CHARLES SCARDINA M.D. Individual | Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease) | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 9NE NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 685-0594 |
| 1972609196 | DR. EDWARD J O'BRIEN D.C. Individual | Chiropractor | 161 MADISON AVE UNIT 11E NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 951-7246 |
| 1316044357 | DR. MITCHELL NEIL ESSIG Individual | Specialist | 161 MADISON AVE MIDTOWN REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE STE 4SW NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 779-8576 |
| 1669570719 | DR. ALAN BOYO SPERBER M.D. Individual | Urology | 161 MADISON AVE 7-SW NEW YORK, NY 10016 (917) 859-4784 |
| 1497856041 | SIRISHA R TIKKO MD Individual | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 10E NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 889-5914 |
| 1144315466 | DR. SHARI I LUSSKIN M.D. Individual | Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry) | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 10NW NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 779-3660 |
| 1932299211 | DR. SUSAN ELLA LEVITZKY M.D. Individual | Pediatrics | 161 MADISON AVE 6 WEST NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 213-1960 |
| 1588748230 | DR. IRWIN M SIEGEL O.D. Individual | Optometrist (Corneal and Contact Management) | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 5SE NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 263-6431 |
| 1205915709 | PAIN MANAGEMENT OF MANHATTAN, PC Organization | Internal Medicine | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 2E NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 213-1777 |
| 1972675197 | DAVID J. FELIX, M.D., P.C. Organization | Internal Medicine | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 2E NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 213-1777 |
| 1609948942 | CHUNYU CUI ACUPUNCTURIST Individual | Acupuncturist | 161 MADISON AVE 12TH FLOOR NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 686-8689 |
| 1750455663 | BRIAN J. SCHULTZ, D.P.M., PC Organization | Podiatrist | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 9NE NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 725-9090 |
| 1487711727 | DR. STACEY L SILVERS M.D. Individual | Otolaryngology (Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery) | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 10SW NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 213-3339 |
| 1902953805 | DR. CHRISTINE HUONG PHAN DDS Individual | Dentist | 161 MADISON AVE SUITE 8 SW NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 686-7077 |
| 1568512945 | DEBORAH MADER L..M.T Individual | Massage Therapist | 161 MADISON AVE 11TH FLOOR NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 203-2215 |
| 1861533887 | DR. ANDREA JANE CAPALBO M.D. Individual | Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology) | 161 MADISON AVE NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 725-1390 |
| 1649397902 | MING JIN Individual | Acupuncturist | 161 MADISON AVE 12TH FLOOR NEW YORK, NY 10016 (212) 686-8689 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1245378520, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on February 01, 2007
The provider is located at 161 Madison Ave 6th Floor New York, Ny 10016 and the phone number is (212) 213-9783
The provider's speciality is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.
Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $150.24 with an average copayment of $37.56 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $81.44 and an average copayment of 20.36. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.
The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: New patient complete exam of visual system and Photography of content of eyes.
This NPI record was last updated on February 01, 2007. To officially update your NPI information contact the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) at 1-800-465-3203 (NPI Toll-Free) or by email at [email protected].
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