Liwu Chen, MD
NPI 1225261530 · Ophthalmology Physician · Elmhurst, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Liwu Chen, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Elmhurst, NY (NPI 1225261530).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225261530
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 258684 (NY)
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
16 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
241 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 57 | $31 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 39 | $17 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 24 | $142 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 21 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 21 | $144 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 20 | $27 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 290 | 49 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 238 | 50 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 230 | 161 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 162 | 95 |
| Ofloxacin | 151 | 115 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 139 | 93 |
| Bepotastine Besilate | 106 | 27 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$30 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
- 2009-09-02
- Last updated
- 2024-10-10
- Certified
- 2024-10-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Liwu Chen's NPI number?
- Liwu Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225261530, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Liwu Chen's specialty?
- Liwu Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Liwu Chen located?
- Liwu Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 4277 Hampton St Apt 1, Elmhurst, NY 11373-3401.
- What is Liwu Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Liwu Chen is (718) 606-9971.
- Does Liwu Chen accept Medicare?
- Liwu Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Liwu Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Liwu Chen's NPI (1225261530) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.