Dave Lu, MD
Dave Lu is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Albuquerque, NM with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Dave Lu, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Albuquerque, NM. A University of California, San Diego School of Medicine graduate since 2005, he brings 21+ years of experience. A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Unm Hospital Internal Medicine 2211 Lomas Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.31%
New Mexico avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
4.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
20
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
146
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
348
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $105k
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
$11 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Dave Lu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
21 years in practice
Experienced
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.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
2211 Lomas Blvd Ne Msc 084770, Albuquerque, NM 87106-2719
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Dave Lu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Dave Lu for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Albuquerque required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dave Lu
Dr. Lu is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Albuquerque, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 272-6225.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Dave Lu
Practice Location
Unm Hospital Internal Medicine 2211 Lomas Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Mailing Address
2211 Lomas Blvd Ne Msc 084770, Albuquerque, NM 87106-2719
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