Benson Chen, M.D.
NPI 1306906722 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bellevue, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benson Chen, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bellevue, WA (NPI 1306906722).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306906722
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD00047239 (WA)
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
1,966 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 | 445 | $100 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 381 | $38 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 264 | $72 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 243 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 115 | $140 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 405 | 115 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 132 | 36 |
| Timolol Maleate | 130 | 40 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 107 | 29 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 88 | 74 |
| Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tartbrand: Simbrinza | 71 | 18 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 57 | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$501 across 20 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
- 2006-12-08
- Last updated
- 2012-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benson Chen's NPI number?
- Benson Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306906722, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benson Chen's specialty?
- Benson Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benson Chen located?
- Benson Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 12600 Se 38th St, Bellevue, WA 98006-6105.
- What is Benson Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benson Chen is (425) 298-5005.
- Does Benson Chen accept Medicare?
- Benson Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benson Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Benson Chen's NPI (1306906722) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.