Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Chung, M.D. PH.D.
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Santa Barbara, CA
- NPI 1194792317
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2410 Fletcher Ave, 3Rd Floor
Santa Barbara, CA 931054828
(805) 569-7820
fax (805) 569-7414 - Mailing address
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Po Box 689
Santa Barbara, CA 931020689
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G85924
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194792317. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
919
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$235,086
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 351 | 351 | $177 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 262 | 175 | $97 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 84 | 81 | $137 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 29 | 29 | $134 | |
63047 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment | 27 | 26 | $884 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 26 | 14 | $254 | |
22859 |
Placement of mesh or cage device into spine disc space | 26 | 20 | $329 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 22 | 12 | $208 | |
22633 |
Fusion of spine in lower back with partial removal of spine bone and disc | 20 | 20 | $1,834 | |
22840 |
Placement of stabilizing device to back of 1 spine bone in neck | 18 | 18 | $748 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Santa Barbara Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$410
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Histosonics,INC. | 1 | $272.39 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $96.81 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 1 | $41.11 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
375
Patients
263
Total drug cost
$4,066
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 100 | 71 | $1,358 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 91 | 41 | $1,116 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 77 | 65 | $933 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 28 | 28 | $109 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 25 | 20 | $173 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 24 | 22 | $227 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 19 | 16 | $61 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $88 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Chung's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Chung practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Santa Barbara, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Chung practice?
Dr. Richard Chung practices at 2410 Fletcher Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 931054828. Office phone: 8055697820.
What is Dr. Richard Chung's NPI?
Dr. Richard Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194792317, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Chung accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Chung accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Chung commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.