DR. CHRISTOPHER V CHIEN M.D.
NPI 1477732535
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Portland, OR

Active since October 25, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495, PORTLAND, OR 97225(503) 962-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 5, 2026, Mar 18, 2025, Aug 12, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Christopher V Chien M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER V CHIEN M.D. (NPI 1477732535) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Portland, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (MD216308) and active in the NPI registry since October 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Providence St Vincent Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477732535
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER V CHIENCredential: M.D.
Location Address9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495Portland, OR 97225-6612
Mailing Address9427 Sw Barnes Rd Ste 495Portland, OR 97225-6612 · (503) 962-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSR Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical SchoolGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 5, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 5, 2026
NPI 1477732535 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
Licenses Licensed in OR · MD216308 Licensed in NC · 219188
Definition

Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD216308 (OR)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 219188 (NC), MD216308 (OR)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495, Portland, OR 97225

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 13303 S Bond AvePortland, OR 97239-4501 · Phone (503) 494-1775 · Fax (503) 494-4749
Location 2501 N Graham St Ste 200Portland, OR 97227-2000 · Phone (503) 413-4710

Accepted Insurance

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. Christopher V Chien M.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 ID9830378272
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110201000044
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 6

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 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.
44 services33 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.
43 services26 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
36 services11 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
31 services15 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.
12 services12 patients
Insertion of tube in right heart chambers for measurement 93451
This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube into the right side of your heart. It helps assess how your heart is functioning by measuring pressures within the heart chambers. It's a key tool in diagnosing certain heart conditions.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Providence St Vincent Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380004
Location9205 SW Barnes RoadPortland, OR 97225 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380007
Location2801 N Gantenbein AvenuePortland, OR 97227 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ohsu Hospital And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number380009
Location3181 SW Sam Jackson Park RoadPortland, OR 97239 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380017
Location1015 NW 22nd Avenue, W121Portland, OR 97210 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97225 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
$134.16 typical visit price
range $58.99 – $176.88
Typical copayment $33.54 (range $14.74 – $44.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.51 typical visit price
range $19.32 – $144.79
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.83 – $36.19)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$18.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier18 claims66 services$35.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg J1250
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N
1 supplier11 claims165 services$4.83 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
1 supplier11 claims2,935 services$0.04 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.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9427 SW BARNES RD STE 495
PORTLAND, OR 97225

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 Christopher Chien's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Chien is 1477732535. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2007.

Where is Christopher Chien located?

Christopher Chien practices at 9427 SW Barnes Rd Ste 495, Portland, OR 97225. The listed phone number is (503) 962-1000.

What is Christopher Chien's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Christopher Chien enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Chien 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.

What insurance does Christopher Chien accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc. and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon list Christopher Chien as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Christopher Chien affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Chien is affiliated with Providence St Vincent Medical Center, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Ohsu Hospital And Clinics and Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Chien was last updated on March 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.