DR. CHANGHU CHEN MD
NPI 1336256171
Radiology - Radiation Oncology in Lafayette, CO

Active since August 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 EXEMPLA CIR, LAFAYETTE, CO 80026(303) 338-4545 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 19, 2021, Jun 18, 2020, May 23, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Changhu Chen Md NPPES

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

DR. CHANGHU CHEN MD (NPI 1336256171) is an individual radiation oncology provider in Lafayette, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0041292) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336256171
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0001X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHANGHU CHENCredential: MD
Location Address200 EXEMPLA CIRLafayette, CO 80026-3370
Mailing Address10350 E Dakota AveDenver, CO 80247-1314
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateAugust 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 19, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 19, 2021
NPI 1336256171 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Radiation OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0001X
Licenses Licensed in CO · DR.0041292 Licensed in OH · 35120355
Definition
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
200 EXEMPLA CIR, Lafayette, CO 80026

Other Identifiers 3

Other029027CO · Kaiser Commercial Number
Medicaid39639029CO
Medicaid0078993OH

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. Changhu 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 ID7810022308
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100323000604
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 5

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.

Calculation of radiation therapy dose 77300
Radiation therapy dose calculation is a process to determine the exact amount of radiation needed to treat a specific area in the body. This calculation helps ensure the treatment is effective while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. It's a key part of planning your radiation therapy.
41 services16 patients
Design and construction of complex radiation treatment device 77334
The design and construction of a complex radiation treatment device is a process where a specialized instrument is created. This device targets harmful cells with high-energy rays to destroy or damage them, while minimizing impact on healthy cells. This aids in treating conditions like cancer.
29 services11 patients
Radiation treatment management, 5 treatment sessions 77427
Radiation treatment management involves a series of 5 sessions where targeted radiation is used to destroy or shrink cancer cells in your body. Each session is carefully planned to maximize effectiveness while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. You may experience side effects which will be closely monitored and managed for your comfort.
17 services11 patients
Complex radiation therapy planning 77263
Complex radiation therapy planning is a process to determine the most effective way to deliver radiation to a specific area in your body. It involves detailed imaging to map your body's structure, allowing for precise targeting of cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.
16 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80026 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
$174.82 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $43.70 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
30%97 patients2/55-star benchmark: 85%
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.
97%67 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.
69%166 patients3/55-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…
39%158 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
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…
98%166 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…
34%166 patients2/55-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.
38%166 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.

Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Assistant)
200 EXEMPLA CIR
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Nurse Practitioner
200 EXEMPLA CIR
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
200 EXEMPLA CIR
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Registered Nurse
200 EXEMPLA CIR
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
General Acute Care Hospital
200 EXEMPLA CIR
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Specialist
200 EXEMPLA CIR
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Emergency Medicine
200 EXEMPLA CIR
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Emergency Medicine
200 EXEMPLA CIR
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026

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 Changhu Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Changhu Chen is 1336256171. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2006.

Where is Changhu Chen located?

Changhu Chen practices at 200 Exempla Cir, Lafayette, CO 80026. The listed phone number is (303) 338-4545.

What is Changhu Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Radiation Oncology, with taxonomy code 2085R0001X.

Is Changhu Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Changhu 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 Changhu Chen was last updated on May 19, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.