DR. CARENA LEE CHAI D.O.
NPI 1063579704
Family Medicine in Waco, TX

Active since January 02, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1600 PROVIDENCE DR, WACO, TX 76707(254) 313-4200(254) 313-4531 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Carena Lee Chai D.o. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CARENA LEE CHAI D.O. (NPI 1063579704) is an individual family medicine provider in Waco, Texas, licensed in Texas (M2584) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension Providence, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063579704
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARENA LEE CHAICredential: D.O.
Location Address1600 PROVIDENCE DRWaco, TX 76707-2261
Mailing Address1600 Providence DrWaco, TX 76707-2261 · (254) 313-4200 · Fax (254) 313-4326
Fax(254) 313-4531
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJanuary 2, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023
NPI 1063579704 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · M2584 Licensed in TN · 1881 Licensed in KY · TP024
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1600 PROVIDENCE DR, Waco, TX 76707

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Carena Lee Chai D.o. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID648364067
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130819000687
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
56 services15 patients
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals 80053
A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.
38 services30 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
38 services34 patients
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) 80048
A basic group blood test measures the levels of certain chemicals in your blood, including calcium. This helps assess your overall health and detect potential problems. The procedure involves drawing a small amount of blood from your arm, which is then analyzed in a lab.
24 services19 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
23 services18 patients
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) 80061
A lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Ascension Providence

Acute Care Hospitals · Waco, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450042
Location6901 Medical ParkwayWaco, TX 76712 · Mc Lennan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest

Acute Care Hospitals · Waco, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450101
Location100 Hillcrest Medical BlvdWaco, TX 76712 · Mc Lennan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76707 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$169.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Family Medicine
1600 PROVIDENCE DR
WACO, TX 76707
Dentist
1600 PROVIDENCE DR
WACO, TX 76707
Family Medicine
1600 PROVIDENCE DR
WACO, TX 76707
Family Medicine
1600 PROVIDENCE DR
WACO, TX 76707
Family Medicine
1600 PROVIDENCE DR
WACO, TX 76707
Social Worker
1600 PROVIDENCE DR
WACO, TX 76707
Family Medicine
1600 PROVIDENCE DR
WACO, TX 76707
Family Medicine
1600 PROVIDENCE DR
WACO, TX 76707

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Carena Chai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carena Chai is 1063579704. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 2, 2007.

Where is Carena Chai located?

Carena Chai practices at 1600 Providence Dr, Waco, TX 76707. The listed phone number is (254) 313-4200.

What is Carena Chai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Carena Chai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carena Chai is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Carena Chai accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Carena Chai as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Carena Chai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carena Chai is affiliated with Ascension Providence and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carena Chai was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.