Willie Chen, M.D.
NPI 1144216631 · Ophthalmology Physician · Norcross, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Willie Chen, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Norcross, GA (NPI 1144216631).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144216631
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 046583 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
598 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 135 | $90 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 102 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 98 | $127 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 62 | $111 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 36 | $103 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 36 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 425 | 140 |
| Latanoprost | 381 | 81 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 232 | 122 |
| Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tartbrand: Simbrinza | 145 | 28 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 140 | 79 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 127 | 68 |
| Cyclosporine | 109 | 39 |
| Lifitegrast |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,167 across 45 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
- 2005-09-21
- Last updated
- 2013-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Willie Chen's NPI number?
- Willie Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144216631, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Willie Chen's specialty?
- Willie Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Willie Chen located?
- Willie Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 5825 Buford Hwy, Norcross, GA 30071.
- What is Willie Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Willie Chen is (770) 448-5587.
- Does Willie Chen accept Medicare?
- Willie Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Willie Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Willie Chen's NPI (1144216631) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-03-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.