Samantha Chai, MD
NPI 1518129980 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samantha Chai, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1518129980).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518129980
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35091136 (OH)
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 tenure38% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 85 | 33 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 48 | 19 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 40 | 20 |
| Timolol Maleate | 33 | 13 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 31 | 11 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 30 | 12 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 27 | 11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-27
- Last updated
- 2013-09-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samantha Chai's NPI number?
- Samantha Chai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518129980, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samantha Chai's specialty?
- Samantha Chai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samantha Chai located?
- Samantha Chai's practice location on file with NPPES is 4220 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90020-3450.
- What is Samantha Chai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samantha Chai is (213) 380-8800.
- Does Samantha Chai accept Medicare?
- Samantha Chai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samantha Chai's NPI active?
- Yes — Samantha Chai's NPI (1518129980) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-09-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.