Victor Chen, MD, M.S.P.H.
NPI 1215916846 · Gastroenterology Physician · Boise, ID
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Victor Chen, MD, M.S.P.H. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Boise, ID (NPI 1215916846).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215916846
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, M.S.P.H.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 11794 (NV)
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
603 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 142 | $57 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 135 | $218 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 108 | $5 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 41 | $106 |
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 | 27 | $116 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 109 | 81 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 80 | 79 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 39 | 39 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 36 | 36 |
| Sucralfate | 27 | 19 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 19 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$928 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
- 2006-01-12
- Last updated
- 2022-09-07
- Certified
- 2022-09-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Victor Chen's NPI number?
- Victor Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215916846, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Victor Chen's specialty?
- Victor Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Victor Chen located?
- Victor Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 6259 W Emerald St, Boise, ID 83704-8731.
- What is Victor Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Victor Chen is (208) 489-1900.
- Does Victor Chen accept Medicare?
- Victor Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Victor Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Victor Chen's NPI (1215916846) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.