Chih-Hsin Wen, MD
NPI 1477517084 · Urology Physician · Oakland, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chih-Hsin Wen, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Oakland, CA (NPI 1477517084).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477517084
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 47781 (WI)
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
20 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
8,476 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 1,844 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,751 | $112 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 1,336 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,308 | $158 |
| Electronic Assessment of Bladder Emptying51741 | 606 | $17 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 531 | $18 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,419 | 487 |
| Finasteride | 1,021 | 329 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 256 | 184 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 228 | 93 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 225 | 81 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 151 | 105 |
| Dutasteride |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,497 across 96 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
- 2006-04-12
- Last updated
- 2025-02-10
- Certified
- 2025-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chih-Hsin Wen's NPI number?
- Chih-Hsin Wen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477517084, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chih-Hsin Wen's specialty?
- Chih-Hsin Wen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chih-Hsin Wen located?
- Chih-Hsin Wen's practice location on file with NPPES is 3300 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94609-3117.
- What is Chih-Hsin Wen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chih-Hsin Wen is (510) 465-5800.
- Does Chih-Hsin Wen accept Medicare?
- Chih-Hsin Wen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chih-Hsin Wen's NPI active?
- Yes — Chih-Hsin Wen's NPI (1477517084) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.