Jorge De La Chapa, D.O.
NPI 1710026596 · Ophthalmology Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jorge De La Chapa, D.O. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Corpus Christi, TX (NPI 1710026596).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710026596
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K9252 (TX)
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
4,009 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 597 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 486 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 461 | $89 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 314 | $121 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 265 | $61 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 234 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 855 | 597 |
| Ofloxacin | 608 | 421 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 469 | 285 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 348 | 259 |
| Latanoprost | 329 | 118 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 298 | 92 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 248 | 64 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$427 across 26 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
- 2007-02-06
- Last updated
- 2025-12-17
- Certified
- 2025-12-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jorge De La Chapa's NPI number?
- Jorge De La Chapa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710026596, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jorge De La Chapa's specialty?
- Jorge De La Chapa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jorge De La Chapa located?
- Jorge De La Chapa's practice location on file with NPPES is 6002 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 78413-2902.
- What is Jorge De La Chapa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jorge De La Chapa is (361) 334-2625.
- Does Jorge De La Chapa accept Medicare?
- Jorge De La Chapa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jorge De La Chapa's NPI active?
- Yes — Jorge De La Chapa's NPI (1710026596) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.