Natalie Chung, MD
NPI 1336636828 · Ophthalmology Physician · Salinas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Natalie Chung, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Salinas, CA (NPI 1336636828).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336636828
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 125072110 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,718 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 | 352 | $136 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 302 | $135 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 162 | $175 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 147 | $95 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 139 | $47 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 187 | 144 |
| Latanoprost | 143 | 39 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 86 | 78 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 62 | 54 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 35 | 30 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 32 | 24 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$512 across 8 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 966 Cass St Ste 100Monterey, CA 93940-4540Phone: (831) 373-7733Fax: (831) 771-3966
- 2 Upper Ragsdale Dr Ste B130Monterey, CA 93940-7842Phone: (831) 647-3900Fax: (831) 771-3966
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-04-19
- Last updated
- 2023-08-16
- Certified
- 2023-08-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Natalie Chung's NPI number?
- Natalie Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336636828, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Natalie Chung's specialty?
- Natalie Chung is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Natalie Chung located?
- Natalie Chung's practice location on file with NPPES is 622 Abbott St, Salinas, CA 93901-4315.
- What is Natalie Chung's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Natalie Chung is (831) 771-3900.
- Does Natalie Chung accept Medicare?
- Natalie Chung is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Natalie Chung's NPI active?
- Yes — Natalie Chung's NPI (1336636828) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.