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Dr. Sanford Chen, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Santa Ana, CA
- NPI 1427051994
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1200 N Tustin Ave, Ste 140
Santa Ana, CA 927053501
(714) 972-8235
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G077086
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427051994. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
25,561
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$3,528,694
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 13,020 | 37 | $37 | |
92201 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing | 2,419 | 835 | $27 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 2,351 | 833 | $45 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 2,146 | 172 | $870 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 1,600 | 244 | $124 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 1,442 | 507 | $141 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 783 | 576 | $194 | |
J2778 |
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg | 509 | 22 | $234 | |
J2781 |
Injection, pegcetacoplan, intravitreal, 1 mg | 330 | 14 | $151 | |
J7312 |
Injection, dexamethasone, intravitreal implant, 0.1 mg | 245 | 21 | $200 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 844. This provider delivers 30× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$43,449
Transactions
135
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 30 | $20,252.25 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 27 | $9,878.56 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 17 | $8,088.96 | |
| US Oncology Corporate, Inc. | 3 | $2,226.12 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 7 | $1,009.38 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 12 | $418.50 | |
| Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 8 | $375.36 | |
| Alimera Sciences, Inc. | 3 | $272.61 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 6 | $250.70 | |
| ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 4 | $193.06 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 8 | $144.63 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 7 | $137.06 | |
| Genentech, Inc. | 1 | $126.51 | |
| Sandoz Inc. | 1 | $31.89 | |
| Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. | 1 | $27.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
344
Patients
136
Total drug cost
$40,848
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 93 | 50 | $3,574 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 43 | 33 | $538 |
| Atropine Sulfate | Generic | 28 | 28 | $1,066 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $9,863 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 26 | 14 | $4,841 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 25 | 0 | $671 |
| Difluprednate | Generic | 19 | 0 | $3,287 |
| Ilevro (Nepafenac) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $8,063 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 18 | 11 | $416 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $4,748 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sanford Chen's medical specialty?
Dr. Sanford Chen practices Ophthalmology Physician in Santa Ana, CA.
Where does Dr. Sanford Chen practice?
Dr. Sanford Chen practices at 1200 N Tustin Ave, Santa Ana, CA 927053501. Office phone: 7149728235.
What is Dr. Sanford Chen's NPI?
Dr. Sanford Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427051994, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sanford Chen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sanford Chen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sanford Chen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing (HCPCS 92201); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.