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DR. DICKSON CHEN O.D.
NPI 1225009723
Optometrist in Los Angeles, CA

Active since February 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
219 S VERMONT AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90004(626) 817-2817 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 6, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Dickson Chen O.d. NPPES

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

DR. DICKSON CHEN O.D. (NPI 1225009723) is an individual optometrist in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (10046T) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225009723
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DICKSON CHENCredential: O.D.
Location Address219 S VERMONT AVELos Angeles, CA 90004-5906
Mailing Address219 S Vermont AveLos Angeles, CA 90004-5906 · (626) 817-2817
Phone(626) 817-2817
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateFebruary 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 6, 2022
NPPES CertifiedMay 29, 2022
✔ NPI 1225009723 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 10046T
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
219 S VERMONT AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90004
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Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidSD00100460CA

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. Dickson Chen O.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 ID7012188303
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110916000282
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 8

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
1,367 services1,005 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
967 services967 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
340 services231 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
178 services178 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
135 services135 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
71 services71 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90004 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality91.76
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
100%211 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Cataract Surgery: Difference Between Planned and Final Refraction
100%500 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0%137 patients5/55-star benchmark: 98%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%2,100 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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

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

EB PROFESSIONAL SERVICES OPTOMETRY
Optometrist
219 S VERMONT AVE
LOS ANGELES, CA 90004
Los Angeles County (626) 817-2817

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 Dickson Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dickson Chen is 1225009723. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 1, 2006.

Where is Dickson Chen located?

Dickson Chen practices at 219 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004. The listed phone number is (626) 817-2817.

What is Dickson Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Dickson Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dickson 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dickson Chen was last updated on June 6, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.