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REX CHEN HSEI MD
NPI 1285637157
Ophthalmology in Santa Cruz, CA

Active since May 24, 2005PECOS Enrolled
98.66/100
CMS Quality Rating
1665 DOMINICAN WAY, STE 124, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065(831) 475-7012 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Rex Chen Hsei Md NPPES

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

REX CHEN HSEI MD (NPI 1285637157) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Santa Cruz, California, licensed in California (A71449) and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Hahnemann University College Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285637157
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameREX CHEN HSEICredential: MD
Location Address1665 DOMINICAN WAY, STE 124Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1528
Mailing Address1665 Dominican Way, Ste 124Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1528 · (831) 475-7012
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHahnemann University College Of MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1285637157 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in CA · A71449
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.
1665 DOMINICAN WAY, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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

Rex Chen Hsei 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 ID8628168853
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080805000224
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 13

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.
1,107 services1,095 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
1,003 services641 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
527 services223 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
334 services191 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.
279 services279 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
215 services213 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95065 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
$141.77 typical visit price
range $62.97 – $186.69
Typical copayment $35.44 (range $15.74 – $46.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.84 typical visit price
range $21.02 – $153.16
Typical copayment $19.46 (range $5.25 – $38.29)
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.

98.66/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost82.47

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier35 claims35 services$65.73 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, single vision, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12 to 2.00d cylinder, per lens V2103
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier18 claims36 services$31.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12 to 2.00d cylinder, per lens V2203
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier25 claims50 services$49.16 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 14

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

Optometrist
1665 DOMINICAN WAY, SUITE 124
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1665 DOMINICAN WAY, SUITE 222A
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Anesthesiology
1665 DOMINICAN WAY, SUITE 120
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Anesthesiology
1665 DOMINICAN WAY
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Physician Assistant
1665 DOMINICAN WAY, SUITE 222
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Anesthesiology
1665 DOMINICAN WAY
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Internal Medicine
1665 DOMINICAN WAY, SUITE 222
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Optometrist
1665 DOMINICAN WAY, SUITE 224
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065

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 Rex Hsei's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rex Hsei is 1285637157. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2005.

Where is Rex Hsei located?

Rex Hsei practices at 1665 Dominican Way Ste 124, Santa Cruz, CA 95065. The listed phone number is (831) 475-7012.

What is Rex Hsei's specialty?

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

Is Rex Hsei enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rex Hsei 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 Rex Hsei was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.