David Chen, MD
NPI 1487636429 · Neurology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Chen, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1487636429).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487636429
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 217434 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
336 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Facial and Neck Nerve Muscles on Both Sides of Face64615 | 183 | $165 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 37 | $236 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 33 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 26 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 23 | $186 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erenumab-Aooebrand: Aimovig Autoinjector | 76 | 12 |
| Topiramate | 62 | 22 |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 62 | 16 |
| Rimegepant Sulfatebrand: Nurtec Odt | 50 | — |
| Gabapentin | 32 | 12 |
| Rizatriptan Benzoatebrand: Rizatriptan | 28 | — |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 28 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-16
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Chen's NPI number?
- David Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487636429, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Chen's specialty?
- David Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Chen located?
- David Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is Mgh, Wang 835, Boston, MA 02114.
- What is David Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Chen is (617) 726-5533.
- Does David Chen accept Medicare?
- David Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — David Chen's NPI (1487636429) 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.