Heather Chen, MD
NPI 1164881603 · Ophthalmology Physician · Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Heather Chen, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Vista, CA (NPI 1164881603).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164881603
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A155386 (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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,927 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 | 481 | $101 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 475 | $144 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 177 | $41 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 142 | $126 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 126 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 111 | $143 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,074 | 332 |
| Timolol Maleate | 335 | 101 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 322 | 95 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 275 | 208 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 167 | 50 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 165 | 84 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 163 | 54 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,082 across 52 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4445 Magnolia AveGme OfficeRiverside, CA 92501-4135Phone: (951) 788-3000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-02-12
- Last updated
- 2021-01-12
- Certified
- 2020-11-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Heather Chen's NPI number?
- Heather Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164881603, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Heather Chen's specialty?
- Heather Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Heather Chen located?
- Heather Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 2067 W Vista Way Ste 120, Vista, CA 92083-6032.
- What is Heather Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Heather Chen is (760) 758-2020.
- Does Heather Chen accept Medicare?
- Heather Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Heather Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Heather Chen's NPI (1164881603) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.