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CHRISTINE H CHEN D.O
NPI 1154482529
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Albuquerque, NM

Active since December 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
717 ENCINO PL NE, SUITE 26, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102(505) 884-4545(505) 884-4114 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 29, 2019, Nov 26, 2018, Jan 30, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Christine H Chen D.o NPPES

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

CHRISTINE H CHEN D.O (NPI 1154482529) is an individual nephrology provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (A137606) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154482529
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTINE H CHENCredential: D.O
Location Address717 ENCINO PL NE, SUITE 26Albuquerque, NM 87102-2611
Mailing Address717 Encino Pl Ne, Suite 26Albuquerque, NM 87102-2611 · (505) 884-4545 · Fax (505) 884-4114
Phone(505) 884-4545
Fax(505) 884-4114
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateDecember 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1154482529 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in NM · A137606
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
717 ENCINO PL NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Oklahoma and more.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

Christine H Chen 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 ID5294743852
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070316000036
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
390 services223 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
101 services28 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
73 services31 patients
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) 90966
Home dialysis services provide kidney treatment for patients aged 20 or older right in their own homes. This service includes necessary equipment, supplies, and support for performing dialysis. It's a convenient option that allows patients to maintain their daily routines while receiving essential care.
63 services19 patients
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 services56 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
52 services52 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Lovelace Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320009
Location601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services

Lovelace Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320017
Location4701 Montgomery Boulevard NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number320021
Location1100 Central Avenue SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lovelace Westside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320074
Location10501 Golf Course Road NWAlbuquerque, NM 87114 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87102 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
$126.21 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.38 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
99%327 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%2,046 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%96 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
100%20 patients5/55-star benchmark: 88%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
75%411 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
97%961 patients5/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 98% · 510 patients
100%510 patients
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
100%411 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
75%411 patients4/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
5%411 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

ANNA ELIZABETH BARNETT MD
Internal Medicine
717 ENCINO PL NE, SUITE 17
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County (505) 243-7717
MS. SAMARA BRILL ALPERN RD
Dietitian, Registered
717 ENCINO PL NE, SUITE 28
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County (505) 338-4800
PAMELA GUTIERREZ RN CDE
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
717 ENCINO PL NE, SUITE 28
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County (505) 338-4800
SCOTT RICCI RPH
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
717 ENCINO PL NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County (505) 243-3777
VALERIE QUINN RN, CDE
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
717 ENCINO PL NE, 28
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County (505) 338-4800
LIFE FAMILY HEALTHCARE, LLC
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
717 ENCINO PL NE, SUITE 4
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County (150) 537-9394
DR. SHANNON PITCHER RPH
Pharmacist
717 ENCINO PL NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County (505) 243-3777
MS. TIRZAH K ALVA LPCC
Counselor (Mental Health)
717 ENCINO PL NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County (505) 823-4530

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 Christine Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christine Chen is 1154482529. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 12, 2006.

Where is Christine Chen located?

Christine Chen practices at 717 Encino Pl NE Suite 26, Albuquerque, NM 87102. The listed phone number is (505) 884-4545.

What is Christine Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Christine Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christine Chen 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 Christine Chen accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Christine Chen 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 Christine Chen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christine Chen is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital and Lovelace Westside Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christine Chen was last updated on November 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.