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DR. LIN MA CHIA O.D.
NPI 1578995866
Optometrist in Waltham, MA

Active since August 08, 2013PECOS Enrolled
400 5TH AVE, SUITE 510, WALTHAM, MA 02451(781) 890-9922(781) 890-9944 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 6, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Lin Ma Chia O.d. NPPES

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

DR. LIN MA CHIA O.D. (NPI 1578995866) is an individual optometrist in Waltham, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (4962) and active in the NPI registry since August 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578995866
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LIN MA CHIACredential: O.D.
Location Address400 5TH AVE, SUITE 510Waltham, MA 02451-8706
Mailing Address400 5th Ave, Suite 510Waltham, MA 02451-8706 · (781) 890-9922 · Fax (781) 890-9944
Phone(781) 890-9922
Fax(781) 890-9944
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateAugust 8, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 6, 2015
✔ NPI 1578995866 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 4962
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
400 5TH AVE, Waltham, MA 02451
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Lin Ma O.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Other4962MA · State License

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Lin Ma Chia O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Lin Chia reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Aeg Massachusetts Professional PC
19 mi
Optometrist
15 CENTRAL ST
Andover, MA 01810
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 59 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952035040 (978) 475-5252

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 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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
26 services23 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.
23 services23 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.
18 services18 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.
13 services13 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
13 services12 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.
12 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02451 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

RODERICK BOONE R.PH.
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
400 5TH AVE, SUITE 200
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 290-2518
TLC THE LASER CENTER (NORTHEAST) INC.
Clinic/Center
400 5TH AVE, STE. 510
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-9922

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 Lin Chia's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lin Chia is 1578995866. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 8, 2013. The provider is also known as Dr. Lin Ma O.D..

Where is Lin Chia located?

Lin Chia practices at 400 5th Ave Suite 510, Waltham, MA 02451. The listed phone number is (781) 890-9922.

What is Lin Chia's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Lin Chia enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lin Chia is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Lin Chia's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Lin Chia reassigns Medicare benefits to Aeg Massachusetts Professional PC (Andover, MA). 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 Lin Chia'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 Lin Chia was last updated on March 6, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.