Kenneth Chen, MD
NPI 1457517260 · Internal Medicine Physician · Providence, RI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Chen, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Providence, RI (NPI 1457517260).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457517260
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD16360 (RI)
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
17 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
119 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 47 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 28 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 18 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 15 | $152 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 11 | $139 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Insulin Glargine,hum.rec.anlogbrand: Lantus Solostar | 57 | 16 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 56 | 28 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 42 | — |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 37 | 12 |
| Insulin Lisprobrand: Humalog Kwikpen U-100 | 35 | 11 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$421 across 6 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)
- 100 Dudley StreetWih Obstetric and Consultative MedicineProvidence, RI 02905-3233Phone: (401) 453-7950
- 455 Toll Gate RdAsp Bldg-EndocrinologyWarwick, RI 02886Phone: (401) 736-1034Fax: (401) 889-5043
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-31
- Last updated
- 2023-12-15
- Certified
- 2023-12-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Chen's NPI number?
- Kenneth Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457517260, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Chen's specialty?
- Kenneth Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Chen located?
- Kenneth Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 Dudley St, Providence, RI 02905-2401.
- What is Kenneth Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Chen is (401) 274-1100.
- Does Kenneth Chen accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Chen's NPI (1457517260) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.