Linda Chen, MD
NPI 1629105069 · Neurology Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Linda Chen, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1629105069).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629105069
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A110456 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
327 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 198 | $135 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Facial and Neck Nerve Muscles on Both Sides of Face64615 | 36 | $156 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 24 | $189 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 22 | $174 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 22 | $96 |
| Assessment of and Care Planning for Patient With Impaired Thought Processing, Typically 60 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 279 | 83 |
| Lamotrigine | 141 | 36 |
| Gabapentin | 131 | 48 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 97 | 34 |
| Galcanezumab-Gnlmbrand: Emgality Pen | 92 | 14 |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 85 | 25 |
| Topiramate | 78 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,702 across 60 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
- 2007-02-27
- Last updated
- 2011-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Linda Chen's NPI number?
- Linda Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629105069, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Linda Chen's specialty?
- Linda Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Linda Chen located?
- Linda Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 317 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-4310.
- What is Linda Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Linda Chen is (805) 681-7500.
- Does Linda Chen accept Medicare?
- Linda Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Linda Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Linda Chen's NPI (1629105069) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.