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DR. TERIS MINSUE CHEN MD
NPI 1699933515
Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery in Houston, TX

Active since May 28, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 748, HOUSTON, TX 77074(832) 356-3872(888) 381-4541 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 20, 2022, Jan 18, 2021, Feb 12, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Teris Minsue Chen Md NPPES

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

DR. TERIS MINSUE CHEN MD (NPI 1699933515) is an individual mohs-micrographic surgery provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (M7107) and active in the NPI registry since May 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699933515
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ND0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. TERIS MINSUE CHENCredential: MD
Location Address7777 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 748Houston, TX 77074-1812
Mailing AddressPo Box 128Bellaire, TX 77402-0128 · (281) 833-3330 · Fax (281) 833-3327
Phone(832) 356-3872
Fax(888) 381-4541
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMay 28, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2022
✔ NPI 1699933515 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatology · MOHS-Micrographic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ND0101X
License✔ Licensed in TX · M7107
Definition
The highly-trained surgeons that perform Mohs Micrographic Surgery are specialists both in dermatology and pathology. With their extensive knowledge of the skin and unique pathological skills, they are able to remove only diseased tissue, preserving healthy tissue and minimizing the cosmetic impact of the surgery. Mohs surgeons who belong to the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed a minimum of one year of fellowship training at one of the ACMS-approved training centers in the U.S.
Also ListedDermatologyTaxonomy 207N00000X · License M7107 (TX)
Also ListedDermatology · Procedural DermatologyTaxonomy 207NS0135X · License M7107 (TX)
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 748, Houston, TX 77074
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company.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. Teris Minsue 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 ID1658446604
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080826000554
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 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.

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.
81 services39 patients
Tissue fungi or parasites 87220
Tissue fungi or parasites refer to microorganisms that can infect various parts of the body. This may cause symptoms like fatigue, fever, and skin changes. Diagnosis involves testing samples from the affected area. Treatment often includes medication to eliminate the infection.
24 services14 patients
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
24 services14 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths 17004
This procedure involves removing 15 or more precancerous skin growths to prevent them from developing into cancer. It's done using various methods like freezing, creams, or minor surgery. The goal is to protect your health by stopping cancer before it starts.
21 services12 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
20 services14 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
13 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77074 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
14%298 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
79%286 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
2%233 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
77%286 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

CHEN SKIN AND CANCER SURGERY, P.A.
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 748
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (832) 356-3872

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 Teris Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Teris Chen is 1699933515. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 28, 2008.

Where is Teris Chen located?

Teris Chen practices at 7777 Southwest Fwy Ste 748, Houston, TX 77074. The listed phone number is (832) 356-3872.

What is Teris Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in MOHS-Micrographic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207ND0101X.

Is Teris Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Teris 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 Teris Chen accept?

Health plans from Oscar Insurance Company list Teris 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 Teris Chen was last updated on May 20, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.