Jacob Chung, MD
NPI 1245271717 · Ophthalmology Physician · Tenafly, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jacob Chung, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Tenafly, NJ (NPI 1245271717).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245271717
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA08051700 (NJ)
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
3,980 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 816 | $144 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 754 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 464 | $144 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 444 | $102 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 272 | $73 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 208 | $42 |
| Imaging of Retina |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 427 | 128 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 232 | 70 |
| Timolol Maleate | 209 | 78 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 200 | 64 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 174 | 46 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 73 | 17 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 62 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,392 across 49 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
- 2006-06-08
- Last updated
- 2012-01-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jacob Chung's NPI number?
- Jacob Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245271717, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jacob Chung's specialty?
- Jacob Chung is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jacob Chung located?
- Jacob Chung's practice location on file with NPPES is 111 Dean Dr Ste 2, Tenafly, NJ 07670-2762.
- What is Jacob Chung's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jacob Chung is (201) 567-5995.
- Does Jacob Chung accept Medicare?
- Jacob Chung is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jacob Chung's NPI active?
- Yes — Jacob Chung's NPI (1245271717) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.