Clifford Chew, MD
NPI 1215036066 · Otolaryngology Physician · San Francisco, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Clifford Chew, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in San Francisco, CA (NPI 1215036066).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215036066
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A624720 (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
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
1,883 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 | 763 | $102 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 284 | $125 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 280 | $53 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 177 | $40 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 111 | $19 |
| Exam of Ear Using a Microscope92504 | 78 | $36 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 308 | 148 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 198 | 137 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 178 | 114 |
| Ofloxacin | 129 | 65 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 109 | 70 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 101 | 80 |
| Chlorhexidine Gluconate | 96 | 43 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$129 across 1 record (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
- 2006-09-21
- Last updated
- 2011-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Clifford Chew's NPI number?
- Clifford Chew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215036066, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Clifford Chew's specialty?
- Clifford Chew is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Clifford Chew located?
- Clifford Chew's practice location on file with NPPES is 929 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108.
- What is Clifford Chew's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Clifford Chew is (415) 433-7945.
- Does Clifford Chew accept Medicare?
- Clifford Chew is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Clifford Chew's NPI active?
- Yes — Clifford Chew's NPI (1215036066) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.