Edwin Chin, MD
NPI 1487614830 · Nephrology Physician · Burien, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edwin Chin, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Burien, WA (NPI 1487614830).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487614830
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00034331 (WA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
801 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 268 | $375 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 178 | $141 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 88 | $124 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 76 | $83 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 73 | $312 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carvedilol | 173 | 45 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 164 | 40 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 160 | 38 |
| Allopurinol | 144 | 33 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 141 | 31 |
| Furosemide | 129 | 34 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 121 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$867 across 55 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 (1)
- 16233 Sylvester Rd SwSuite 250Burien, WA 98166-3045Phone: (206) 937-3262Fax: (206) 938-7621
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-27
- Last updated
- 2024-10-09
- Certified
- 2024-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edwin Chin's NPI number?
- Edwin Chin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487614830, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edwin Chin's specialty?
- Edwin Chin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edwin Chin located?
- Edwin Chin's practice location on file with NPPES is 16122 8th Ave Sw Ste E2, Burien, WA 98166-2967.
- What is Edwin Chin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edwin Chin is (206) 937-3262.
- Does Edwin Chin accept Medicare?
- Edwin Chin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edwin Chin's NPI active?
- Yes — Edwin Chin's NPI (1487614830) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.