James Chu

Endocrinology in Monterey, California

Practice Details

Address
2 Upper Ragsdale Dr
Monterey, CA 93940
Geocoded location: 36.5798, -121.8157
Taxonomy
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Credential
MD
NPPES Enumeration
Listed with NPPES since 2005
Sole Proprietor
No
Provider Gender (NPPES)
Male
NPPES Record Updated
October 2008

About This Clinician

This clinician is enumerated under Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes, and frequently prescribe GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide as part of diabetes or metabolic-syndrome management — though not every endocrinology practice treats obesity as a primary focus, and some see only referred, complex cases.

Locally, this is 1 of 8 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism practices in Monterey carrying this exact taxonomy in our directory.

What to expect at an Endocrinology visit

Endocrinology visits focus on hormonal and metabolic conditions. For a GLP-1-related consult, patients commonly encounter:

  • A review of diabetes, thyroid, or metabolic history and current medications.
  • Lab work such as A1c and a metabolic panel to guide diagnosis and dosing.
  • A discussion of whether a GLP-1 medication fits the treatment goal (diabetes control, weight, or both).
  • Follow-up scheduling to titrate dose and monitor response over time.

This is general guidance for endocrinology practices, not a description of James Chu's specific protocol, services, or pricing. Confirm what a visit involves directly with the practice — 831-375-6334.

GLP-1 access in Monterey, California

Adult obesity rate
28.1%
#44 of 50 states (CDC BRFSS)
Avg. compounded semaglutide
$219/mo
Typical California telehealth cash price
Medicaid GLP-1 coverage
Diabetes + obesity (with prior auth)
California Medicaid, obesity indication

About 28.1% of California adults have obesity (BMI 30+), ranking the state #44 of 50 (CDC BRFSS). Our directory currently lists 13 GLP-1-relevant clinics in Monterey. If a cash-pay route makes more sense, compounded semaglutide through California telehealth averages about $219/mo — well below brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound.

Explore more California options on the best California GLP-1 providers page, browse every Monterey listing in the Monterey clinic directory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CMS National Provider registry lists James Chu's specialty taxonomy but not the specific medications it prescribes or its current service menu. James Chu is listed under Endocrinology, a field where GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) or tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) are commonly prescribed — but whether this practice currently offers them isn't recorded in the registry. Call the practice at 831-375-6334 to confirm before booking.
According to its CMS National Provider registry (NPPES) record, James Chu's primary specialty on file is Endocrinology.
James Chu is located at 2 Upper Ragsdale Dr, Monterey, CA 93940. The phone number listed in the registry is 831-375-6334. Its full record is public in the CMS National Provider registry under NPI 1710969266.
New-patient status isn't recorded in the CMS National Provider registry, so we can't confirm whether James Chu is currently accepting new patients. Call the practice at 831-375-6334 to confirm availability, cash-pay pricing, and whether the services you need are offered — this listing reflects the NPPES taxonomy on file and is not an endorsement.