Ming Chen, MD
NPI 1376621318 · Ophthalmology Physician · Honolulu, HI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ming Chen, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Honolulu, HI (NPI 1376621318).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1376621318
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 03595 (HI)
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
673 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 | 232 | $133 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 76 | $97 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 76 | $25 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 71 | $39 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 40 | $42 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 39 | $38 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 653 | 183 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 547 | 215 |
| Latanoprost | 537 | 142 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 280 | 193 |
| Timolol Maleate | 194 | 63 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 136 | 43 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 121 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,681 across 32 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
- 2006-11-01
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ming Chen's NPI number?
- Ming Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376621318, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ming Chen's specialty?
- Ming Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ming Chen located?
- Ming Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 S Kukui St, Honolulu, HI 96813.
- What is Ming Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ming Chen is (808) 531-8874.
- Does Ming Chen accept Medicare?
- Ming Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ming Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Ming Chen's NPI (1376621318) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.