James Chance, MD
NPI 1992719009 · Ophthalmology Physician · New Bern, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Chance, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New Bern, NC (NPI 1992719009).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992719009
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20886 (NC)
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
967 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 372 | $117 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 166 | $83 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 98 | $37 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 90 | $37 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 87 | $476 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 53 | $307 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 254 | 90 |
| Ofloxacin | 111 | 89 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 104 | 82 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 74 | 21 |
| Timolol Maleate | 60 | 26 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 44 | 17 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 28 | 11 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$89 across 4 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
- 2006-07-27
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Chance's NPI number?
- James Chance's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992719009, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Chance's specialty?
- James Chance is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Chance located?
- James Chance's practice location on file with NPPES is 802 Mccarthy Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562-5236.
- What is James Chance's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Chance is (252) 633-4183.
- Does James Chance accept Medicare?
- James Chance is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Chance's NPI active?
- Yes — James Chance's NPI (1992719009) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.