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DR. LIWU CHEN MD
NPI 1225261530
Ophthalmology in Elmhurst, NY

Active since September 02, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4277 HAMPTON ST APT 1, ELMHURST, NY 11373(718) 606-9971(718) 606-9972 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 10, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 10, 2024, Mar 17, 2018, Nov 14, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Liwu Chen Md NPPES

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

DR. LIWU CHEN MD (NPI 1225261530) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Elmhurst, New York, licensed in New York (258684) and active in the NPI registry since September 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225261530
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LIWU CHENCredential: MD
Location Address4277 HAMPTON ST APT 1Elmhurst, NY 11373-3401
Mailing Address4277 Hampton St Apt 1Elmhurst, NY 11373-3401 · (718) 606-9971 · Fax (718) 606-9972
Phone(718) 606-9971
Fax(718) 606-9972
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateSeptember 2, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 10, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 10, 2024
✔ NPI 1225261530 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 258684
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
4277 HAMPTON ST APT 1, Elmhurst, NY 11373
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Liwu Chen Md 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 ID5496995359
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140829001959
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Liwu Chen reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Liwu Chen MD PC
Same address
Ophthalmology
4277 HAMPTON ST APT 1
Elmhurst, NY 11373
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Liwu Chen, M.D., P.C.
NPI 1487167235 (718) 606-9971

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.

Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 92020
This is a procedure where your doctor examines the eye's internal drainage system, essential for maintaining eye pressure. They use specialized tools to check for blockages or damage that might lead to conditions like glaucoma. It's non-invasive and painless.
57 services44 patients
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing 92202
This procedure involves a detailed examination of the back part of your eye, focusing on the optic nerve, a crucial component for vision. A drawing or map of the optic nerve is created to help track any changes over time. This can help detect eye diseases early.
39 services39 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.
24 services24 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
21 services21 patients
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.
21 services21 patients
Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
20 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11373 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
$153.13 typical visit price
range $67.00 – $201.98
Typical copayment $38.28 (range $16.75 – $50.49)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$82.96 typical visit price
range $21.62 – $163.52
Typical copayment $20.74 (range $5.40 – $40.88)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

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%1,114 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.
72%557 patients3/55-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.
100%717 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
95%717 patients4/55-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.

LIWU CHEN MD PC
Ophthalmology
4277 HAMPTON ST APT 1
ELMHURST, NY 11373
Queens County (718) 606-9971

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 Liwu Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Liwu Chen is 1225261530. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 2, 2009.

Where is Liwu Chen located?

Liwu Chen practices at 4277 Hampton St Apt 1, Elmhurst, NY 11373. The listed phone number is (718) 606-9971.

What is Liwu Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Liwu Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Liwu 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Liwu Chen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Liwu Chen reassigns Medicare benefits to Liwu Chen MD PC (Elmhurst, NY). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Liwu Chen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Liwu Chen was last updated on October 10, 2024. 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.