Tao Chen, MD
NPI 1316130743 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Mobile, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tao Chen, MD is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Mobile, AL (NPI 1316130743).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316130743
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29601 (AL)
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
18 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
994 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 663 | $103 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 178 | $55 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 36 | $77 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 19 | $233 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 19 | $178 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 3,849 | 510 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 2,608 | 331 |
| Gabapentin | 1,271 | 235 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 890 | 211 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 619 | 71 |
| Levetiracetam | 564 | 180 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$630 across 50 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
- 2007-08-20
- Last updated
- 2023-10-02
- Certified
- 2023-10-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tao Chen's NPI number?
- Tao Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316130743, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tao Chen's specialty?
- Tao Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tao Chen located?
- Tao Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 1557 Spring Hill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604-3218.
- What is Tao Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tao Chen is (251) 478-4900.
- Does Tao Chen accept Medicare?
- Tao Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tao Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Tao Chen's NPI (1316130743) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.