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DR. WILLIAM C CHEN MD
NPI 1912080128
Anesthesiology in Alexandria, LA

Active since October 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
506 IDLEWOOD DR, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71303(318) 448-0811 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 22, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. William C Chen Md NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM C CHEN MD (NPI 1912080128) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Alexandria, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (08239R) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Toledo College Of Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912080128
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM C CHENCredential: MD
Location Address506 IDLEWOOD DRAlexandria, LA 71303-3455
Mailing Address506 Idlewood DrAlexandria, LA 71303-3455 · (318) 448-0811
Phone(318) 448-0811
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Toledo College Of MedicineGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateOctober 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 22, 2009
✔ NPI 1912080128 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 08239R
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
506 IDLEWOOD DR, Alexandria, LA 71303
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid1900079LA
Medicaid202484601TX
Medicare PIN5N064F699LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HMO Louisiana.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. William C 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 ID7517016330
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090527000066
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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
45 services44 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Willis Knighton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190111
Location2600 Greenwood RoadShreveport, LA 71103 · Caddo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 William Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Chen is 1912080128. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 23, 2006.

Where is William Chen located?

William Chen practices at 506 Idlewood Dr, Alexandria, LA 71303. The listed phone number is (318) 448-0811.

What is William Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is William Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William 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 William Chen accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list William 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.

Is William Chen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Chen is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Chen was last updated on December 22, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.