Lo-Ping Chen, MD
NPI 1932258290 · Nephrology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lo-Ping Chen, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1932258290).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932258290
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A64315 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 130 | 41 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 93 | 47 |
| Losartan Potassium | 60 | 25 |
| Furosemide | 55 | 24 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 51 | 21 |
| Potassium Chloride | 38 | 17 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 35 | 13 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-09
- Last updated
- 2021-11-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lo-Ping Chen's NPI number?
- Lo-Ping Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932258290, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lo-Ping Chen's specialty?
- Lo-Ping Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lo-Ping Chen located?
- Lo-Ping Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120-2507.
- What is Lo-Ping Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lo-Ping Chen is (619) 528-5000.
- Does Lo-Ping Chen accept Medicare?
- Lo-Ping Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lo-Ping Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Lo-Ping Chen's NPI (1932258290) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.