SMIT CHAUHAN MD MPH
NPI 1700083391
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in San Diego, CA

Active since June 28, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4537 COLLEGE AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92115(405) 637-8555 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 28, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Smit Chauhan Md Mph NPPES

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

SMIT CHAUHAN MD MPH (NPI 1700083391) is an individual psychiatry provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A123312) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in El Centro, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700083391
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameSMIT CHAUHANCredential: MD MPH
Location Address4537 COLLEGE AVESan Diego, CA 92115
Mailing Address175 Sylvia CtImperial, CA 92251-8829 · (405) 637-8555
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJune 28, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 28, 2018
✔ NPI 1700083391 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A123312
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineTaxonomy 207RS0012X · License A123312 (CA)
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Child & Adolescent PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084P0804X · License A123312 (CA)
4537 COLLEGE AVE, San Diego, CA 92115

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1202 N 8th StEl Centro, CA 92243-2302 · Phone (405) 637-8555

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

Smit Chauhan Md Mph 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 ID4587804380
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130627000667
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 Smit Chauhan reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Specialist
4077 FIFTH AVE
San Diego, CA 92103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 218 clinicians in this Medicare group
Psychiatry
7850 VISTA HILL AVE
San Diego, CA 92123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
Emergency Medicine
7901 FROST ST
San Diego, CA 92123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,437 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 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.

Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
953 services105 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.
629 services60 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.
528 services102 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.
62 services57 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
60 services32 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
20 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92115 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
$184.71 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $46.17 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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 4

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

Internal Medicine
4537 COLLEGE AVE
SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
4537 COLLEGE AVE
SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
Clinic/Center
4537 COLLEGE AVE
SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4537 COLLEGE AVE
SAN DIEGO, CA 92115

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 Smit Chauhan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Smit Chauhan is 1700083391. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 28, 2007.

Where is Smit Chauhan located?

Smit Chauhan practices at 4537 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92115. The listed phone number is (405) 637-8555.

What is Smit Chauhan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Smit Chauhan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Smit Chauhan 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 Smit Chauhan's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Smit Chauhan reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: On Call Specialists Medical Group Of San Diego, Inc. (San Diego, CA), Lifehealth Medicine Apc (San Diego, CA) and Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation (San Diego, CA). 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 Smit Chauhan'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 Smit Chauhan was last updated on June 28, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.