Kenneth Chern, M.D.
NPI 1790880078 · Ophthalmology Physician · Burlingame, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Chern, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Burlingame, CA (NPI 1790880078).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790880078
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G82279 (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
3,924 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 623 | $109 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 438 | $49 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 393 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 387 | $154 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 375 | $112 |
| Imaging of Front Third of Eye Using a Special Microscope92286 | 360 | $49 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 205 | 86 |
| Latanoprost | 174 | 59 |
| Timolol Maleate | 129 | 36 |
| Ofloxacin | 76 | 48 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 70 | 43 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 46 | 28 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 42 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$72 across 1 record (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
- 2006-09-13
- Last updated
- 2019-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Chern's NPI number?
- Kenneth Chern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790880078, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Chern's specialty?
- Kenneth Chern is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Chern located?
- Kenneth Chern's practice location on file with NPPES is 1720 El Camino Real Ste 225, Burlingame, CA 94010-3230.
- What is Kenneth Chern's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Chern is (650) 697-3200.
- Does Kenneth Chern accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Chern is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Chern's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Chern's NPI (1790880078) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-06-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.