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DR. JOHN ZS CHEN M.D., FAAD
NPI 1942209887
Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery in Tucson, AZ

Active since July 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
71.7/100
CMS Quality Rating
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201, TUCSON, AZ 85718(520) 293-5757(520) 293-7358 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 15, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. John Zs Chen M.d., Faad NPPES

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

DR. JOHN ZS CHEN M.D., FAAD (NPI 1942209887) is an individual mohs-micrographic surgery provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (32355) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942209887
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ND0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN ZS CHENCredential: M.D., FAAD
Location Address1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201Tucson, AZ 85718-5981
Mailing Address1595 E River Rd, Suite 201Tucson, AZ 85718-5981 · (520) 293-5757 · Fax (520) 293-7358
Phone(520) 293-5757
Fax(520) 293-7358
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 15, 2017
✔ NPI 1942209887 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatology · MOHS-Micrographic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ND0101X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 32355
Definition
The highly-trained surgeons that perform Mohs Micrographic Surgery are specialists both in dermatology and pathology. With their extensive knowledge of the skin and unique pathological skills, they are able to remove only diseased tissue, preserving healthy tissue and minimizing the cosmetic impact of the surgery. Mohs surgeons who belong to the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed a minimum of one year of fellowship training at one of the ACMS-approved training centers in the U.S.
1595 E RIVER RD, Tucson, AZ 85718
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINH36373AZ
Medicaid858037AZ
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedZ80788AZ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and more.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. John Zs Chen M.d., Faad 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 ID6901895812
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040628001082
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 11

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.

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks 17312
This procedure involves the careful removal of abnormal growths from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissues, divided into 1-5 blocks, are then examined under a microscope to identify any irregularities. The process may be carried out in multiple stages for thorough examination.
306 services184 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks 17311
This procedure involves the careful removal of a growth from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to study its characteristics and determine the nature of the growth.
288 services234 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.
175 services114 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks 17313
This procedure involves the removal of a growth from your trunk, arms, or legs. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing and planning further treatment.
77 services59 patients
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm 13132
This procedure involves the complex repair of a wound in areas like the forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, hands, or feet. The wound size ranges from 2.6-7.5 cm. The process includes cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound for proper healing.
60 services55 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks 17314
This procedure involves removing growths from the trunk, arms, or legs. The removed tissues, divided into 1-5 blocks, are then examined under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. This aids in diagnosing and treating your condition effectively.
46 services32 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85718 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
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

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.

71.7/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.85
Promoting Interoperability83
Improvement Activities20
Cost71

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

DR. TAMRA J WHITELEY-MYERS MD
Dermatology
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201
TUCSON, AZ 85718
Pima County (520) 293-5757
DR. JAMES THOMAS SCHWARTZ DO
Dermatology
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201
TUCSON, AZ 85718
Pima County (520) 293-5757
DR. SCOTT NATHAN SHEFTEL M.D, FAAD
Dermatology
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201
TUCSON, AZ 85718
Pima County (520) 293-5757
DR. ELKA R. EISEN M.D., FAAD
Dermatology
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201
TUCSON, AZ 85718
Pima County (520) 293-5757
ANYA LAUREN KACZMAREK PA-C
Physician Assistant
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201
TUCSON, AZ 85718
Pima County (520) 293-5757
ALPA N MERCHANT
Dentist
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 101
TUCSON, AZ 85718
Pima County (520) 299-1736
SHEFTEL & ASSOCIATES DERMATOLOGY, LLP
Specialist
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201
TUCSON, AZ 85718
Pima County (520) 293-5757
DR. LYLE E CARTWRIGHT M.D., FAAD
Dermatology
1595 E RIVER RD, SUITE 201
TUCSON, AZ 85718
Pima County (520) 293-5757

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 John Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Chen is 1942209887. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2005.

Where is John Chen located?

John Chen practices at 1595 E River Rd Suite 201, Tucson, AZ 85718. The listed phone number is (520) 293-5757.

What is John Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in MOHS-Micrographic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207ND0101X.

Is John Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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 John Chen accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and UnitedHealthcare list John 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Chen was last updated on February 15, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.