Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Heather Chen, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Vista, CA
- NPI 1164881603
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 96.1 / 100 · 2023
- 10 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
2067 W Vista Way Ste 120
Vista, CA 920836032
(760) 758-2020 - Additional location
-
4445 Magnolia Ave, Gme Office
Riverside, CA 925014135
(951) 788-3000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 12, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A155386
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164881603. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,272
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$152,478
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 321 | 232 | $99 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 311 | 302 | $142 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 144 | 142 | $41 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 95 | 34 | $126 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 80 | 80 | $168 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 71 | 69 | $45 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 49 | 48 | $100 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 40 | 31 | $43 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 37 | 30 | $592 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 37 | 37 | $71 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,082
Transactions
52
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 14 | $200.91 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 5 | $193.21 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 7 | $178.07 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 17 | $176.76 | |
| Glaukos Corporation | 3 | $174.80 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $89.94 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 2 | $48.24 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 1 | $19.61 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,848
Patients
1,216
Total drug cost
$369,968
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 918 | 296 | $25,477 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 336 | 247 | $15,992 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 290 | 88 | $9,203 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 266 | 95 | $3,643 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 202 | 138 | $6,756 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 173 | 49 | $86,419 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 117 | 44 | $8,065 |
| Ilevro (Nepafenac) | Brand | 114 | 84 | $43,573 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 99 | 57 | $986 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 69 | 23 | $32,715 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Heather Chen's medical specialty?
Dr. Heather Chen practices Ophthalmology Physician in Vista, CA.
Where does Dr. Heather Chen practice?
Dr. Heather Chen practices at 2067 W Vista Way Ste 120, Vista, CA 920836032. Office phone: 7607582020.
What is Dr. Heather Chen's NPI?
Dr. Heather Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164881603, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Heather Chen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Heather Chen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Heather Chen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.