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CHAY BAE D.O.
NPI 1861926982
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Laguna Hills, CA

Active since April 14, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.74/100
CMS Quality Rating
26538 MOULTON PKWY., SUITE 38E, LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653(949) 448-0656(949) 425-2465 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2022, Apr 14, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Chay Bae D.o. NPPES

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

CHAY BAE D.O. (NPI 1861926982) is an individual rheumatology provider in Laguna Hills, California, licensed in California (20A18562) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861926982
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameCHAY BAECredential: D.O.
Location Address26538 MOULTON PKWY., SUITE 38ELaguna Hills, CA 92653
Mailing Address26538 Moulton Pkwy., Suite 38eLaguna Hills, CA 92653 · (949) 448-0656 · Fax (949) 425-2465
Phone(949) 448-0656
Fax(949) 425-2465
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 14, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 7, 2022
✔ NPI 1861926982 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 20A18562
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
26538 MOULTON PKWY., SUITE 38E, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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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

Chay Bae D.o. 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 ID9739451972
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220722000141
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Chay Bae reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Memorialcare Medical Foundation
17 mi
Clinic/Center
17360 BROOKHURST ST
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 948 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205167350 (877) 696-3622

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 10

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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
133 services68 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
124 services55 patients
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130
An X-ray of the hand, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones in your hand from different angles. This helps in diagnosing fractures, infections, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's quick and painless.
63 services32 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
23 services23 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
22 services12 patients
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.
21 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92653 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

76.74/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80.94
Promoting Interoperability78
Improvement Activities40
Cost55.12

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MANISH PRASAD SHRESTHA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
26538 MOULTON PKWY., SUITE 38E
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Orange County (949) 448-0656

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 Chay Bae's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chay Bae is 1861926982. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 14, 2017.

Where is Chay Bae located?

Chay Bae practices at 26538 Moulton Pkwy., Suite 38E, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. The listed phone number is (949) 448-0656.

What is Chay Bae's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Chay Bae enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chay Bae 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 organization bills Medicare for Chay Bae's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chay Bae reassigns Medicare benefits to Memorialcare Medical Foundation (Fountain Valley, CA). The 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 Chay Bae'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 Chay Bae was last updated on July 7, 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.