DR. BRUCE CHUNG
NPI 1649389677
Surgery in Lebanon, NH

Active since August 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.06/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, LEBANON, NH 03756(603) 308-1472 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 5, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 5, 2023, Apr 25, 2017, Jan 10, 2017 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Bruce Chung NPPES

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

DR. BRUCE CHUNG (NPI 1649389677) is an individual surgery provider in Lebanon, New Hampshire, licensed in New Hampshire (24074) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Portland.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649389677
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRUCE CHUNG
Location Address1 MEDICAL CENTER DRLebanon, NH 03756-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 810Hanover, NH 03755-0810 · (603) 308-1472
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateAugust 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 5, 20235 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 5, 2023
✔ NPI 1649389677 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in NH · 24074
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X · License MD21205 (ME)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Lebanon, NH 03756

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1887 Congress StPortland, ME 04102-3100 · Phone (207) 774-6368

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bruce Chung 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 ID8820301849
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230720000905
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 Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Bruce Chung reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

General Acute Care Hospital
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
Lebanon, NH 03756
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Hampshire enrollment
  • 2,620 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
ONE MEDICAL CENTER DR
Lebanon, NH 03756
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Hampshire enrollment
  • 2,999 clinicians in this Medicare group
Orthopaedic Trauma
335 BRIGHTON AVE, SUITE 200
Portland, ME 04102
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maine enrollment
  • 264 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 7

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.

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
66 services66 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.
48 services34 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.
41 services14 patients
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.
26 services15 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
19 services19 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.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lebanon, NH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number300003
Location1 Medical Center DriveLebanon, NH 03756 · Grafton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cheshire Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Keene, NH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number300019
Location580 Court StreetKeene, NH 03431 · Cheshire County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Weeks Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Lancaster, NH
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number301303
Location173 Middle StreetLancaster, NH 03584 · Coos County
Emergency services

Speare Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Plymouth, NH
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number301311
Location16 Hospital RoadPlymouth, NH 03264 · Grafton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Springfield Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Springfield, VT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number471306
LocationPO Box 2003Springfield, VT 05156 · Windsor County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 03756 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
$89.14 typical visit price
range $57.75 – $174.26
Typical copayment $22.28 (range $14.43 – $43.56)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$71.85 typical visit price
range $18.70 – $142.15
Typical copayment $17.96 (range $4.67 – $35.53)
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.

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.

98.06/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.13
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, DHMC DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATION MEDICINE
LEBANON, NH 03756
Pharmacist (Oncology)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
LEBANON, NH 03756
Internal Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, DHMC SECTION OF HOSPITAL MEDICINE
LEBANON, NH 03756
Otolaryngology
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, OTOLARYNGOLOGY
LEBANON, NH 03756
Colon & Rectal Surgery
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, COLON & RECTAL SURGERY DEPARTMENT
LEBANON, NH 03756
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
LEBANON, NH 03756
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
LEBANON, NH 03756
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
LEBANON, NH 03756

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 Bruce Chung's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bruce Chung is 1649389677. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2006.

Where is Bruce Chung located?

Bruce Chung practices at 1 Medical Center Dr, Lebanon, NH 03756. The listed phone number is (603) 308-1472.

What is Bruce Chung's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Bruce Chung enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bruce Chung 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Bruce Chung's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bruce Chung reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital (Lebanon, NH), Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic (Lebanon, NH) and Maine Medical Partners (Portland, ME). Each 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 Bruce Chung's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Bruce Chung accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Taro Health list Bruce Chung 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 Bruce Chung affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bruce Chung is affiliated with Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, Cheshire Medical Center, Weeks Medical Center, Speare Memorial Hospital and Springfield Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bruce Chung was last updated on July 5, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.