WENGEN CHEN MD
NPI 1962551473
Nuclear Medicine - Nuclear Imaging & Therapy in Baltimore, MD
NPI Status: Active since January 10, 2007
Contact Information
22 S GREENE ST, DEPT OF RADIOLOGY
BALTIMORE, MD
ZIP 21201
Phone: (410) 328-3477
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 39
- Nuclear Medicine
- Nuclear Imaging & Therapy
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About WENGEN CHEN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Wengen Chen, a provider established in Baltimore, Maryland with a medical specialization in Nuclear Medicine, focusing in nuclear imaging & therapy and more than 39 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1962551473 assigned on January 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207UN0902X with license number D0069044 (MD). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 7 years ago.
- NPI
- 1962551473
- Provider Name
- WENGEN CHEN MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 22 S GREENE ST, DEPT OF RADIOLOGY BALTIMORE, MD 21201
- Location Phone
- (410) 328-3477
- Mailing Address
- 22 S GREENE ST, DEPT OF RADIOLOGY BALTIMORE, MD 21201
- Mailing Phone
- (410) 328-3477
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1987
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 01-10-2007
- Last Update Date
- 04-24-2019
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Nuclear Medicine Nuclear Imaging & Therapy
- Taxonomy Code
- 207UN0902X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- D0069044
- License State
- MD
- Taxonomy Description
- A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear imaging and therapy.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 024727800 | MEDICAID (05) | MD | |
| 088338881 | MEDICAID (05) | DC |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Wengen Chen is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Wengen Chen is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 941354187
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20090821000472
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries
Nuclear medicine studies of blood flow in heart muscle at rest and with stress with concurrent ct scan
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect
Nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh
Nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with ct scan
Nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body
Nuclear medicine study of heart muscle blood flow by pet
Nuclear medicine study of heart pumping function by labeling red blood cells with measurement of internal blood volume ejected with every beat over multiple cycles
Nuclear medicine study of lung circulation
Nuclear medicine study whole body with ct scan
Nuclear medicine study, 1 area with spect
Fluorodeoxyglucose F-18 FDG is a radioactive drug used in PET scans. It helps doctors see how your tissues and organs are functioning. The drug is given in a specific dose, up to 45 millicuries, depending on your body size and the type of scan.
This service was performed 22 times for 18 patientsThis is a diagnostic test where a tiny amount of radioactive material is used to examine your heart's blood flow at rest & during stress, alongside a CT scan for detailed images. It helps identify any heart-related issues like blockages or damage.
This service was performed 40 times for 40 patientsNuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.
This service was performed 43 times for 43 patientsA nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh involves a special camera and a small amount of radioactive tracer to create images of your body. It helps detect diseases early by showing the body's function and structure. It's safe and painless.
This service was performed 76 times for 69 patientsA nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with a CT scan involves using a small amount of radioactive material and CT imaging to examine body tissues and organs. This helps detect any abnormalities by providing detailed images of the body's internal structure.
This service was performed 286 times for 240 patientsA nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body involves injecting a small amount of radioactive material into your body. This material travels to your bones and emits energy. A special camera captures this energy, creating images of your bones to help identify any abnormalities.
This service was performed 31 times for 27 patientsA nuclear medicine study of heart muscle blood flow by PET is a non-invasive test that uses a small amount of radioactive substance to create detailed images of your heart's blood flow and function. It helps assess heart health and diagnose heart conditions.
This service was performed 40 times for 40 patientsThis procedure, known as a nuclear medicine study, examines your heart's function. It involves marking red blood cells and measuring the volume of blood your heart pumps with each beat. It's a safe, non-invasive way to assess how well your heart is working.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsA nuclear medicine study of lung circulation involves the use of a safe, radioactive substance to visualize lung function. It helps in diagnosing conditions like blood clots. The substance is injected and images are taken to study the blood flow in your lungs.
This service was performed 115 times for 114 patientsA Nuclear Medicine Study with a CT Scan is a diagnostic procedure. It uses a small amount of radioactive substance and a CT scan to create detailed images of your body. These images help doctors diagnose, monitor, and treat various conditions.
This service was performed 65 times for 63 patientsA nuclear medicine study with SPECT involves a safe, small amount of radioactive substance to help visualize body organs. SPECT, or Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography, creates detailed 3D images. This helps doctors diagnose and monitor conditions in a specific body area.
This service was performed 18 times for 16 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $34.76 for a new patient copayment and $26.64 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 21201 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $139.05
- Minimum New Patient Price $60.73
- Maximum New Patient Price $183.44
- Average New Patient Copayment $34.76
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.18
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $45.86
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $106.59
- Minimum Established Patient Price $19.6
- Maximum Established Patient Price $149.17
- Average Established Patient Copayment $26.64
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.9
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $37.29
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Wengen Chen is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER | 22 SOUTH GREENE STREET BALTIMORE, MD 21201 | (410) 328-8667 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| UNIVERSITY OF MD MEDICAL CENTER MIDTOWN CAMPUS | 827 LINDEN AVENUE BALTIMORE, MD 21201 | (410) 225-8996 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| UNIVERSITY OF MD BALTIMORE WASHINGTON MEDICAL CENTER | 301 HOSPITAL DRIVE GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061 | (410) 595-1967 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1962551473, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1962551473, enumerated as an "individual" on January 10, 2007.
The provider is located at 22 S GREENE ST, DEPT OF RADIOLOGY BALTIMORE, MD 21201 and the phone number is (410) 328-3477.
Nuclear Medicine with taxonomy code 207UN0902X and a focus in Nuclear Imaging & Therapy.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Wengen Chen is affiliated with: UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER, UNIVERSITY OF MD MEDICAL CENTER MIDTOWN CAMPUS and UNIVERSITY OF MD BALTIMORE WASHINGTON MEDICAL CENTER.
