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Paul C. Chen, MD

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About Dr. Chen

Paul C. Chen, MD practices ophthalmology in Redwood City, CA. Paul is a 1996 graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine. According to Medicare claims data, the services billed most often include photography of the retina. The provider's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184798464.

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Education & Training

Specialty

Ophthalmology (Primary)

Credentials & Licensing

CA · Physician and Surgeon AMedical Board of California
No. 73563CurrentExpires Dec 31, 2026Since 2000
NPINational Provider Identifier
1184798464Issued 2006

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Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Medicare opt-outNo
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

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Common questions

What does Dr. Chen specialize in?

Dr. Chen is an eye doctor in Redwood City, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.

NPI registry

Where is Dr. Chen located?

Dr. Chen is listed at 1150 Veterans Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94063. 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 (650) 299-2000. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?

Dr. Chen's National Provider Identifier is 1184798464. 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 Indiana University School of Medicine, graduating in 1996. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

How long has Dr. Chen been practicing?

Dr. Chen has 30 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1996, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

What does Dr. Chen do most often?

According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Chen provides treatments such as photography of the retina. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.

Medicare claims

Has Dr. Chen confirmed this information?

Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Chen. If this is you, claiming it is free.

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