JAMES LIAN-HSU CHEN M.D.
NPI 1225018062
Internal Medicine in Dartmouth, MA
Active since January 18, 2006PECOS Enrolled
About James Lian-hsu Chen M.d. NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
JAMES LIAN-HSU CHEN M.D. (NPI 1225018062) is an individual internal medicine provider in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (215986) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in N Dartmouth, and is a graduate of Other (1995).
NPPES Registry Identity
NPI1225018062
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES LIAN-HSU CHENCredential: M.D.
Location Address531 FAUNCE CORNER RDDartmouth, MA 02747-1242
Mailing Address531 Faunce Corner RdDartmouth, MA 02747-1242 · (508) 996-3991
Phone(508) 996-3991
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJanuary 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 24, 2023
NPPES CertifiedApril 24, 2023
✔ NPI 1225018062 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.
Specialties & Licenses 2
★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 215986
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 215986 (MA)
531 FAUNCE CORNER RD, Dartmouth, MA 02747
Secondary Practice Location 1
Location 1531 Faunce Corner RdN Dartmouth, MA 02747-1242 · Phone (508) 996-3991
Other Identifiers 1
Medicaid0177601MA
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 (PECOS)
James Lian-hsu Chen M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).
PECOS PAC ID6901905496
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101202001260
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 17
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.
687 services607 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
107 services103 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
90 services88 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.
57 services56 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426
An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
46 services44 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
42 services41 patients
Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area
Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02747 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
$134.47 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.61 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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
Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
83%692 patients4/55-star benchmark: 92%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
79%1,364 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
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%3,616 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.
97%4,454 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
67%923 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%412 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.
81%3,399 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
78%923 patients4/55-star benchmark: 90%
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…
78%3,172 patients4/55-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 screenedForUse: 99% · 315 patients
Patients tobacco: 33% · 24 patients
92%315 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
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…
83%3,399 patients4/55-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…
83%3,399 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.
42%3,399 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.
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.
Shoulder orthosis, figure of eight design abduction restrainer, canvas and webbing, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3660
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$93.12 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.
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 James Chen's NPI number?
The NPI number for James Chen is 1225018062. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 18, 2006.
Where is James Chen located?
James Chen practices at 531 Faunce Corner Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747. The listed phone number is (508) 996-3991.
What is James Chen's specialty?
The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.
Is James Chen enrolled in Medicare?
Yes. James Chen is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.
When was this NPI record last updated?
The NPPES record for James Chen was last updated on April 24, 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.
# James Lian-Hsu Chen, M.D. · NPI 1225018062
Internal Medicine physician in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Individual provider, active in the CMS NPPES registry since January 18, 2006.
## Identity
- **NPI:** 1225018062 (Entity type: Individual)
- **Enumerated:** January 18, 2006
- **Primary specialty:** Internal Medicine · taxonomy 207R00000X
- **State license:** 215986 (Massachusetts)
- **Sole proprietor:** No
## Practice location
- **Address:** 531 FAUNCE CORNER RD, Dartmouth, MA 02747-1242
- **Phone:** (508) 996-3991
## Medicare
- **Medicare:** Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)
- **Ordering & referring:** eligible for Part B labs & imaging, durable medical equipment, home health, power mobility devices
- **Medical school:** Other, class of 1995
## Record status
- **NPPES last updated:** April 24, 2023
- **Other identifiers:** Medicaid 0177601 (MA)
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Source: [NPI Profile](https://npiprofile.com/npi/1225018062) · Data from the CMS NPPES public registry.