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DR. DOUGLAS E CHING M.D.
NPI 1083777932
Orthopaedic Surgery in Waimea, HI

Active since December 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4643 WAIMEA CANYON DR, STE B, WAIMEA, HI 96796(808) 338-8311(808) 240-5580 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 27, 2026, Dec 30, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Douglas E Ching M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DOUGLAS E CHING M.D. (NPI 1083777932) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Waimea, Hawaii, licensed in Hawaii (MD-13975) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of California, Irvine, California College Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083777932
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DOUGLAS E CHINGCredential: M.D.
Location Address4643 WAIMEA CANYON DR, STE BWaimea, HI 96796
Mailing AddressPo Box 337Waimea, HI 96796 · (808) 280-2790
Phone(808) 338-8311
Fax(808) 240-5580
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Irvine, California College Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateDecember 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 27, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 27, 2026
✔ NPI 1083777932 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in HI · MD-13975✔ Licensed in CA · A71584
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
4643 WAIMEA CANYON DR, Waimea, HI 96796
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Other Identifiers 2

Other00A0267466HI · Hmsa Billing Number
Medicaid598873-03HI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HMSA.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Douglas E Ching M.d. 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 ID2062596752
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080219000522
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 3

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
58 services37 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
33 services33 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Waimea, HI
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number121300
Location4643 Waimea Canyon DriveWaimea, HI 96796 · Kauai County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 96796 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
$92.50 typical visit price
range $60.53 – $180.05
Typical copayment $23.12 (range $15.13 – $45.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.92 typical visit price
range $20.09 – $147.56
Typical copayment $18.73 (range $5.02 – $36.89)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

ASHLEY SCOTT RD, LD
Dietitian, Registered
4643 WAIMEA CANYON DR
WAIMEA, HI 96796
Kauai County (808) 338-9426
DR. BRIAN W NEWMAN DO
Internal Medicine
4643 WAIMEA CANYON DR
WAIMEA, HI 96796
Kauai County (808) 338-9431

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 Douglas Ching's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Ching is 1083777932. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 19, 2006.

Where is Douglas Ching located?

Douglas Ching practices at 4643 Waimea Canyon Dr Ste B, Waimea, HI 96796. The listed phone number is (808) 338-8311.

What is Douglas Ching's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Douglas Ching enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Douglas Ching 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 Douglas Ching accept?

Health plans from HMSA list Douglas Ching 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 Douglas Ching affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Douglas Ching is affiliated with Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Ching was last updated on April 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.