ELAINE CHEN MD
NPI 1598942245
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Chicago, IL

Active since January 24, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
600 S PAULINA ST, SUITE 527 ACADEMIC FACILITY, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 942-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Elaine Chen Md NPPES

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

ELAINE CHEN MD (NPI 1598942245) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-120490) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Chicago.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598942245
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameELAINE CHENCredential: MD
Location Address600 S PAULINA ST, SUITE 527 ACADEMIC FACILITYChicago, IL 60612-3806
Mailing Address600 S Paulina St Ste 527Chicago, IL 60612-3806 · (312) 942-5000
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSRush Medical College Of Rush UniversityGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJanuary 24, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 28, 2025
NPPES CertifiedOctober 28, 2025
NPI 1598942245 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in IL · 036-120490
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 036-120490 (IL)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineTaxonomy 207RH0002X · License 036-120490 (IL)
600 S PAULINA ST, Chicago, IL 60612

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11725 W Harrison St Ste 054Chicago, IL 60612-3861 · Phone (312) 942-6744

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

Elaine 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 ID4880878685
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110401000489
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
138 services77 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.
127 services63 patients
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.
105 services59 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
33 services32 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.
30 services25 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.
20 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Rush University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140119
Location1653 West Congress ParkwayChicago, IL 60612 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60612 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.70 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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 11

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

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers13 claims25 services$1.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Aerosol mask, used with dme nebulizer A7015
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$0.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
4 suppliers27 claims27 services$921.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier23 claims23 services$4.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers19 claims19 services$64.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$29.64 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.

Surgery
600 S PAULINA ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Hospitalist
600 S PAULINA ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Neurological Surgery
600 S PAULINA ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
600 S PAULINA ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Family Medicine
600 S PAULINA ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Emergency Medicine
600 S PAULINA ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
600 S PAULINA ST, SUITE 130
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Speech-Language Pathologist
600 S PAULINA ST, ROOM 1018B
CHICAGO, IL 60612

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 Elaine Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elaine Chen is 1598942245. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 24, 2008.

Where is Elaine Chen located?

Elaine Chen practices at 600 S Paulina St Suite 527 Academic Facility, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 942-5000.

What is Elaine Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Elaine Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elaine 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 Elaine Chen accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Home State Health list Elaine 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.

Is Elaine Chen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Elaine Chen is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elaine Chen was last updated on October 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months 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.