DR. SANDY CHAI M.D.
NPI 1902035330
Dermatology in Providence, RI

Active since July 07, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
830 CHALKSTONE AVE, PROVIDENCE, RI 02908(401) 273-7100(401) 457-3332 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 5, 2026, Jul 19, 2024, Apr 12, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Sandy Chai M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SANDY CHAI M.D. (NPI 1902035330) is an individual dermatology provider in Providence, Rhode Island, licensed in Rhode Island (MD14276) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Providence.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902035330
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SANDY CHAICredential: M.D.
Location Address830 CHALKSTONE AVEProvidence, RI 02908-4734
Mailing Address830 Chalkstone AveProvidence, RI 02908-4734 · (401) 273-7100 · Fax (401) 457-3332
Fax(401) 457-3332
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWarren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 5, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 5, 2026
NPI 1902035330 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License Licensed in RI · MD14276
Definition

A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License A116380 (CA)
830 CHALKSTONE AVE, Providence, RI 02908

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Sandy Chira M.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1148 W River St Ste 1BProvidence, RI 02904-2615 · Phone (401) 273-9310 · Fax (401) 273-1270

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

Dr. Sandy Chai 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 ID5092932582
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150818003882
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
29 services27 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.
20 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

The Miriam Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number410012
Location164 Summit AvenueProvidence, RI 02906 · Providence County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02908 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
$90.48 typical visit price
range $58.57 – $177.03
Typical copayment $22.62 (range $14.64 – $44.25)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.93 typical visit price
range $18.92 – $144.38
Typical copayment $18.23 (range $4.73 – $36.09)
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.

Nurse Practitioner
830 CHALKSTONE AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02908
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
830 CHALKSTONE AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02908
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
830 CHALKSTONE AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02908
Occupational Therapist
830 CHALKSTONE AVE, PROVIDENCE VA MEDICAL CENTER
PROVIDENCE, RI 02908
Occupational Therapist
830 CHALKSTONE AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02908
Physical Therapist
830 CHALKSTONE AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02908
Physical Therapist
830 CHALKSTONE AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02908
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
830 CHALKSTONE AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02908

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 Sandy Chai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sandy Chai is 1902035330. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2009.

Where is Sandy Chai located?

Sandy Chai practices at 830 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908. The listed phone number is (401) 273-7100.

What is Sandy Chai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Sandy Chai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sandy Chai 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 Sandy Chai accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Sandy Chai 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 Sandy Chai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sandy Chai is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sandy Chai was last updated on February 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.