Lina Ching, M.D.
NPI 1689848996 · Rheumatology Physician · Katy, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lina Ching, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Katy, TX (NPI 1689848996).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689848996
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 57.010688 (OH)
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
18 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
243 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 | 197 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 27 | $168 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 19 | $71 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $71–$168 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pregabalin | 53 | — |
| Meloxicam | 38 | 20 |
| Prednisone | 36 | 14 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 34 | 13 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 29 | — |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 27 | — |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 26 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$242 across 5 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
- 2008-04-17
- Last updated
- 2023-10-18
- Certified
- 2023-10-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lina Ching's NPI number?
- Lina Ching's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689848996, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lina Ching's specialty?
- Lina Ching is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lina Ching located?
- Lina Ching's practice location on file with NPPES is 1331 W Grand Pkwy N Ste 150, Katy, TX 77493-2711.
- What is Lina Ching's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lina Ching is (281) 205-8199.
- Does Lina Ching accept Medicare?
- Lina Ching is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lina Ching's NPI active?
- Yes — Lina Ching's NPI (1689848996) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.