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FRANK CHEN MD, PHD
NPI 1649299496
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Buffalo, NY

Active since July 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.04/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 HIGH ST, BUFFALO, NY 14203(716) 859-5600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Frank Chen Md, Phd NPPES

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

FRANK CHEN MD, PHD (NPI 1649299496) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (231831) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kaleida Health, and is a graduate of Other (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649299496
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameFRANK CHENCredential: MD, PHD
Location Address100 HIGH STBuffalo, NY 14203-1126
Mailing Address100 High StBuffalo, NY 14203-1126 · (716) 859-5600
Phone(716) 859-5600
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJuly 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 2008
✔ NPI 1649299496 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 231831
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.
100 HIGH ST, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PINRB0923NY

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

Frank Chen Md, Phd 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 ID4587669239
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061002000372
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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
170 services94 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.
124 services29 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
48 services39 patients
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.
37 services33 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.
36 services22 patients
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report 88173
This procedure involves using a thin needle to collect a small sample from an abnormal area or lump. The sample is then examined under a microscope to identify any potential issues. A report of the findings is provided for further analysis.
26 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Kaleida Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330005
Location100 High StreetBuffalo, NY 14210 · Erie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Erie County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number330219
Location462 Grider StreetBuffalo, NY 14215 · Erie County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14203 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.08 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

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.

96.04/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality90.87
Improvement Activities40
Cost74.28

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.

MS. DENISE MARIE DONAHUE NURSE PRACTITIONER
Nurse Practitioner
100 HIGH ST
BUFFALO, NY 14203
Erie County (716) 859-5600
GENERAL PHYSICIAN SUB II PLLC
Specialist
100 HIGH ST, RM C421
BUFFALO, NY 14203
Erie County (716) 859-7607
DR. MATTHEW KYLE MOSER MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
100 HIGH ST
BUFFALO, NY 14203
Erie County (716) 218-1000
MIAN MOHAMMAD HAMMAS MD
Hospitalist
100 HIGH ST
BUFFALO, NY 14203
Erie County (716) 859-5600
DR. GUY SHEMESH DUNETZ MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
100 HIGH ST
BUFFALO, NY 14203
Erie County (716) 859-5600
JILL FRASCO DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
100 HIGH ST
BUFFALO, NY 14203
Erie County (716) 859-5600
THOMAS WILLIAM JORDAN D.O.
Emergency Medicine
100 HIGH ST
BUFFALO, NY 14203
Erie County (716) 859-1993
KIM HUBER
Registered Nurse (Registered Nurse First Assistant)
100 HIGH ST
BUFFALO, NY 14203
Erie County (716) 859-2741

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 Frank Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frank Chen is 1649299496. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 19, 2006.

Where is Frank Chen located?

Frank Chen practices at 100 High St, Buffalo, NY 14203. The listed phone number is (716) 859-5600.

What is Frank Chen's specialty?

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

Is Frank Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Frank 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.

Is Frank Chen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Frank Chen is affiliated with Kaleida Health and Erie County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frank Chen was last updated on April 8, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.