Melissa Chen, M.D.
NPI 1831417435 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melissa Chen, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1831417435).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831417435
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q4066 (TX)
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
977 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ct Scan of Soft Tissue of Neck With Contrast70491 | 239 | $64 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Before and After Contrast70553 | 220 | $107 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 123 | $39 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Head and Neck Soft Tissue76536 | 95 | $27 |
| Mri Scan of Bone of Eye Socket, Face, And/Or Neck Before and After Contrast70543 | 76 | $99 |
| Ct Scan of Soft Tissue of Neck With Contrast70491 | 43 | $63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,788 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-4402Phone: (210) 358-4000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-05-07
- Last updated
- 2025-07-24
- Certified
- 2025-07-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melissa Chen's NPI number?
- Melissa Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831417435, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melissa Chen's specialty?
- Melissa Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melissa Chen located?
- Melissa Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009.
- What is Melissa Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melissa Chen is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Melissa Chen accept Medicare?
- Melissa Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melissa Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Melissa Chen's NPI (1831417435) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.