Christine Chen, D.O
NPI 1154482529 · Nephrology Physician · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christine Chen, D.O is a Nephrology Physician provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1154482529).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154482529
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A137606 (NM)
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
19 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
1,226 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 430 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 390 | $101 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 101 | $328 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 73 | $67 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 63 | $272 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 176 | 77 |
| Calcitriol | 109 | 36 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 99 | 37 |
| Losartan Potassium | 80 | 35 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 74 | 30 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 57 | 24 |
| Furosemide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$104 across 5 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
- 2006-12-12
- Last updated
- 2023-11-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christine Chen's NPI number?
- Christine Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154482529, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christine Chen's specialty?
- Christine Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christine Chen located?
- Christine Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 717 Encino Pl Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87102-2611.
- What is Christine Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christine Chen is (505) 884-4545.
- Does Christine Chen accept Medicare?
- Christine Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christine Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Christine Chen's NPI (1154482529) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.