Christine Chiou Smith, M.D.
NPI 1225209034 · Ophthalmology Physician · Vallejo, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christine Chiou Smith, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Vallejo, CA (NPI 1225209034).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225209034
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A102923 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
72 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 72 | $43 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $43–$43 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 568 | 226 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 295 | 101 |
| Timolol Maleate | 131 | 51 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 130 | 51 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 67 | 39 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 31 | — |
| Levobunolol Hcl | 30 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-03-19
- Last updated
- 2021-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christine Chiou Smith's NPI number?
- Christine Chiou Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225209034, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christine Chiou Smith's specialty?
- Christine Chiou Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christine Chiou Smith located?
- Christine Chiou Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 975 Sereno Dr, Vallejo, CA 94589-2441.
- What is Christine Chiou Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christine Chiou Smith is (707) 651-5798.
- Does Christine Chiou Smith accept Medicare?
- Christine Chiou Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christine Chiou Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Christine Chiou Smith's NPI (1225209034) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.