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DR. YONGXIN CHEN M.D.
NPI 1528354883
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Winston Salem, NC

Active since June 24, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-4096 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 11, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 11, 2026, Dec 16, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Yongxin Chen M.d. NPPES

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

DR. YONGXIN CHEN M.D. (NPI 1528354883) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (201800847) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Pinehurst, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528354883
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. YONGXIN CHENCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVDWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Mailing Address1 Medical Center BlvdWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Phone(336) 716-4096
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJune 24, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 11, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 11, 2026
✔ NPI 1528354883 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 201800847✔ Licensed in SC · 52043
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License 52043 (SC), 201800847 (NC)
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, Winston Salem, NC 27157
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 130 Page StPinehurst, NC 28374-7928 · Phone (910) 687-4188 · Fax (910) 235-0171

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.Insurance ›

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Yongxin Chen 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 ID7214239730
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180803002967
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 4

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
199 services178 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
178 services92 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
41 services37 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27157 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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.

DR. KATHERINE MARIE DAVIS FRANCOIS MD, MPH
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-4039
KELLY KAITLIN ELLIOTT DPM
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-1203
MAYA ELENA FISHER
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-2011
SEBASTIAN STONE HERNANDEZ MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-2011
SAMANTHA GABRIELA ECHEVARRIA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-2011
REBECCA G DUGAL
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-2011
WILLIAM ALEXANDER BEAM MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-9253
AMY CAROL KNIGHT MS, CGC
Genetic Counselor, MS
1 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 713-0327

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 Yongxin Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yongxin Chen is 1528354883. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2011.

Where is Yongxin Chen located?

Yongxin Chen practices at 1 Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157. The listed phone number is (336) 716-4096.

What is Yongxin Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is Yongxin Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Yongxin 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.

What insurance does Yongxin Chen accept?

Health plans from Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc. and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Yongxin Chen 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yongxin Chen was last updated on August 11, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 days 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.