LU CHEN MD
NPI 1962063206
Internal Medicine in Taunton, MA

Active since June 26, 2019PECOS Enrolled
88 WASHINGTON ST, TAUNTON, MA 02780(508) 828-7000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 24, 2025, Dec 26, 2024, Dec 8, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

About Lu Chen Md NPPES

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

LU CHEN MD (NPI 1962063206) is an individual internal medicine provider in Taunton, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (1021951) and active in the NPI registry since June 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Morton Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962063206
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameLU CHENCredential: MD
Location Address88 WASHINGTON STTaunton, MA 02780-2499
Mailing Address1322 Tomoka Town Center Dr Apt 102Daytona Beach, FL 32117-5237
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJune 26, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 24, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 18, 2025
NPI 1962063206 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses Licensed in MA · 1021951 Licensed in FL · ME154781
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
88 WASHINGTON ST, Taunton, MA 02780

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Lu Chen Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4486020518
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250212003143
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
639 services258 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
222 services213 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
69 services69 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
53 services53 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
25 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Morton Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Taunton, MA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number220073
Location88 Washington StreetTaunton, MA 02780 · Bristol County
Emergency services

Rhode Island Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipTribal
CMS Certification Number410007
Location593 Eddy StreetProvidence, RI 02903 · Providence County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02780 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
$134.47 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.61 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

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.

Emergency Medicine
88 WASHINGTON ST, ATTN: EMERGENCY DEPT
TAUNTON, MA 02780
Emergency Medicine
88 WASHINGTON ST, ATTN EMERGENCY DEPT
TAUNTON, MA 02780
Dietitian, Registered
88 WASHINGTON ST, MORTON HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER
TAUNTON, MA 02780
Family Medicine (Addiction Medicine)
88 WASHINGTON ST
TAUNTON, MA 02780
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
88 WASHINGTON ST
TAUNTON, MA 02780
Physician Assistant
88 WASHINGTON ST
TAUNTON, MA 02780
General Acute Care Hospital
88 WASHINGTON ST
TAUNTON, MA 02780
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
88 WASHINGTON ST
TAUNTON, MA 02780

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 Lu Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lu Chen is 1962063206. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 26, 2019.

Where is Lu Chen located?

Lu Chen practices at 88 Washington St, Taunton, MA 02780. The listed phone number is (508) 828-7000.

What is Lu Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Lu Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lu Chen is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Is Lu Chen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lu Chen is affiliated with Morton Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lu Chen was last updated on February 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 months 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.