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DR. JEANIE HEE-KYUNG CHUNG M.D., PHD
NPI 1962582817
Dermatology in Salida, CO

Active since October 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.33/100
CMS Quality Rating
925 RUSH DR, SALIDA, CO 81201(719) 539-4600(719) 539-4629 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 23, 2023, Nov 3, 2022, Mar 10, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Jeanie Hee-kyung Chung M.d., Phd NPPES

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

DR. JEANIE HEE-KYUNG CHUNG M.D., PHD (NPI 1962582817) is an individual dermatology provider in Salida, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (CDRH.0038765) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Lafayette, and is a graduate of Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962582817
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JEANIE HEE-KYUNG CHUNGCredential: M.D., PHD
Location Address925 RUSH DRSalida, CO 81201-9665
Mailing Address7300 Ranch Road 2222, Building 1, Ste 200Austin, TX 78730 · (512) 628-0465
Phone(719) 539-4600
Fax(719) 539-4629
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJs Weill Medical College, Cornell UniversityGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateOctober 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 23, 2023
✔ NPI 1962582817 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in CO · CDRH.0038765
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 ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 38765 (CO)
925 RUSH DR, Salida, CO 81201
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Hee Kyung Leddon M.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11140 W South Boulder Rd, Suite 202Lafayette, CO 80026-8910 · Phone (303) 604-1444 · Fax (303) 666-0911

Other Identifiers 2

Other014977CO · Kaiser Commercial Number
Medicaid82157227CO

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. Jeanie Hee-kyung Chung M.d., Phd 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 ID1951299775
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041220000461
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 18

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
799 services172 patients
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.
414 services325 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.
310 services246 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
130 services113 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
125 services125 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
84 services78 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 81201 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

92.33/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality90
Improvement Activities40
Cost87.76

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
0%1,725 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
99%4,589 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
95%2,578 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%1,774 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
40%4,169 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 95% · 1,890 patients
87%801 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
26%801 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
84%4,169 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
16%4,169 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
33%4,169 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

CENTRAL COLORADO DERMATOLOGY, P.C.
Dermatology
925 RUSH DR
SALIDA, CO 81201
Chaffee County (719) 539-4600
DR. ANTHONY LOUIS TIMKO M.D.
Dermatology
925 RUSH DR, CENTRAL COLORADO DERMATOLOGY
SALIDA, CO 81201
Chaffee County (719) 539-4600
KATHRYN ECHOLS M.D.
Dermatology
925 RUSH DR
SALIDA, CO 81201
Chaffee County (719) 539-4600

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 Jeanie Chung's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jeanie Chung is 1962582817. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 16, 2006. The provider is also known as Hee Kyung Leddon M.D..

Where is Jeanie Chung located?

Jeanie Chung practices at 925 Rush Dr, Salida, CO 81201. The listed phone number is (719) 539-4600.

What is Jeanie Chung's specialty?

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

Is Jeanie Chung enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jeanie Chung 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jeanie Chung was last updated on February 23, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.