CHIEN L. TSAI M.D.
NPI 1700898640
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Waco, TX

Active since August 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4800 MEMORIAL DR, WACO, TX 76711(254) 297-3241 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Chien L. Tsai M.d. NPPES

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

CHIEN L. TSAI M.D. (NPI 1700898640) is an individual psychiatry provider in Waco, Texas, licensed in Texas (G1787) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1967).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700898640
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameCHIEN L. TSAICredential: M.D.
Location Address4800 MEMORIAL DRWaco, TX 76711-1329
Mailing Address8304 Whippoorwill DrWaco, TX 76712-3414
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1967
Enumeration DateAugust 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1700898640 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in TX · G1787
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.
4800 MEMORIAL DR, Waco, TX 76711

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

Chien L. Tsai M.d. 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 ID2567767924
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160223000551
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 2

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.

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
147 services14 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
122 services45 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76711 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
$166.88 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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 20

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

Psychologist
4800 MEMORIAL DR
WACO, TX 76711
Physical Therapist
4800 MEMORIAL DR
WACO, TX 76711
Social Worker
4800 MEMORIAL DR
WACO, TX 76711
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
4800 MEMORIAL DR
WACO, TX 76711
Kinesiotherapist
4800 MEMORIAL DR
WACO, TX 76711
Social Worker
4800 MEMORIAL DR
WACO, TX 76711
Psychologist
4800 MEMORIAL DR
WACO, TX 76711
Dietitian, Registered
4800 MEMORIAL DR
WACO, TX 76711

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 Chien Tsai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chien Tsai is 1700898640. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 12, 2006.

Where is Chien Tsai located?

Chien Tsai practices at 4800 Memorial Dr, Waco, TX 76711. The listed phone number is (254) 297-3241.

What is Chien Tsai's specialty?

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

Is Chien Tsai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chien Tsai 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 Chien Tsai accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan list Chien Tsai 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 Chien Tsai was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.