Richard Chung, M.D. PH.D.
NPI 1194792317 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Chung, M.D. PH.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1194792317).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194792317
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D. PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G85924 (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
1,014 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 362 | $175 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 224 | $96 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 87 | $135 |
| 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 | 59 | $17 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 55 | $96 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 143 | 59 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 129 | 83 |
| Dexamethasone | 109 | 86 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 60 | 50 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 34 | 24 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 28 | 24 |
| Mupirocin | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$410 across 3 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
- 2006-03-07
- Last updated
- 2025-01-15
- Certified
- 2025-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Chung's NPI number?
- Richard Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194792317, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Chung's specialty?
- Richard Chung is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Chung located?
- Richard Chung's practice location on file with NPPES is 2410 Fletcher Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-4828.
- What is Richard Chung's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Chung is (805) 569-7820.
- Does Richard Chung accept Medicare?
- Richard Chung is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Chung's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Chung's NPI (1194792317) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.