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Based in Pismo Beach, CA, Janet Chen, M.D is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. Janet graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1989. Janet is also listed as specializing in ophthalmology — glaucoma. Medicare claims data shows Janet provided 2,392 services to 1,888 patients.
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Education & Training
Areas of Expertise
Licensing & Certification
Source: NPPES NPI Registry
Contact Information
- (805) 489-8286
- Email not available
Practice Locations
921 OAK PARK BLVD SUITE 201B
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,392 services · 1,888 patients · 15 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | Procedure | 66821 |
50 |
| Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | Procedure | 66984 |
49 |
| Removal of eyelashes using forceps | Procedure | 67820 |
22 |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | Imaging | 76514 |
84 |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
873 |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
276 |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
253 |
| Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | Treatment | 92012 |
220 |
| Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | Treatment | 92020 |
194 |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
172 |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other ophthalmology specialists at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other ophthalmology specialists in Pismo Beach 3
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 23 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1989 at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 7
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 8
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Dr. Chen specialize in?
Dr. Chen is an ophthalmology in Pismo Beach, CA. This is the primary taxonomy recorded against the NPI in the federal registry, listed there as “OPHTHALMOLOGY”.
NPI registry
Where is Dr. Chen located?
Dr. Chen is listed at 921 OAK PARK BLVD SUITE 201B, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Chen's phone number?
The number on file is (805) 489-8286. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Chen?
Dr. Chen's National Provider Identifier is 1366404469. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school?
Dr. Chen attended Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, graduating in 1989. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dr. Chen have?
Dr. Chen has 37 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1989, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Dr. Chen do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Chen performs procedures including removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser, removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens and removal of eyelashes using forceps; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness; provides treatments such as established patient complete exam of visual system and imaging of optic nerve, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
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