Philip Chung, M.D.
NPI 1003881889 · Nephrology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Philip Chung, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1003881889).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003881889
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A63887 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,688 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 486 | $131 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 388 | $122 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 349 | $369 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 311 | $81 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 101 | $179 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 66 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 325 | 65 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 281 | 91 |
| Losartan Potassium | 262 | 83 |
| Furosemide | 245 | 85 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 158 | 55 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 148 | 45 |
| Allopurinol | 135 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,277 across 155 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-23
- Last updated
- 2018-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Philip Chung's NPI number?
- Philip Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003881889, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Philip Chung's specialty?
- Philip Chung is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Philip Chung located?
- Philip Chung's practice location on file with NPPES is 2841 Lomita Blvd 215, Torrance, CA 90505-5111.
- What is Philip Chung's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Philip Chung is (310) 379-2860.
- Does Philip Chung accept Medicare?
- Philip Chung is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Philip Chung's NPI active?
- Yes — Philip Chung's NPI (1003881889) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.