Dr. Celia Difan Chao , DO
Ophthalmology • Salinas, CA
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Celia Chao, DO is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Salinas, CA. With approximately 10 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 2016, Dr. Chao delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 153 CAYUGA ST.
Dr. Chao maintains professional affiliations with Regional Eyecare Services Pc, Bethel Eye Center Medical Corporation, Sani Eye Center Inc. and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient outpatient office visit, imaging of retina, extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
153 Cayuga St
Salinas, CA 939012626
Medicare Profile & Education
Other
2016
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Salinas, CA
Practicing in Salinas, CA (3116 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
656 | 357 | $175.00 | $134.77 |
|
92134
Imaging of retina
|
649 | 347 | $125.00 | $43.32 |
|
92201
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing
|
509 | 369 | $85.00 | $26.03 |
|
99204
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
|
173 | 173 | $250.00 | $176.42 |
|
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
|
156 | 129 | $125.00 | $37.67 |
|
92083
Exam of visual field with extended testing
|
118 | 113 | $120.00 | $68.02 |
|
66984
Removal of cataract with insertion of lens
|
60 | 36 | $2500.00 | $562.10 |
|
92025
Ct scan of cornea
|
57 | 50 | $85.00 | $36.08 |
|
76514
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
|
52 | 51 | $150.00 | $11.47 |
|
67028
Injection of drug into eye
|
52 | 19 | $500.00 | $120.81 |
|
J9035
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg
|
52 | 19 | $100.00 | $68.32 |
|
92286
Imaging of front third of eye using a special microscope
|
42 | 41 | $200.00 | $38.81 |
|
92136
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye
|
36 | 35 | $220.00 | $52.98 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
21 | 21 | $150.00 | $95.35 |
|
92020
Examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp
|
18 | 18 | $100.00 | $30.04 |
|
92250
Photography of the retina
|
12 | 12 | $150.00 | $40.78 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2020-06-02NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 390200000X
An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Bethel Eye Center Medical Corporation
266 S Harvard Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 900044390
Phone: 2137396900
Regional Eyecare Services Pc
120 W Hellman Ave, Monterey Park, CA 917541209
Phone: 6262622082
Sani Eye Center Inc.
522 Broadway St, King City, CA 939303243
Phone: 8313869664
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist Registered, L
Career & Practice History Timeline
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Registered at 153 CAYUGA ST, SALINAS, CA 939012626 (Tel: 8312962561)
Registered at 1315 LAS TABLAS RD, TEMPLETON, CA 934659759 (Tel: 8054342533)
Ophthalmology (License #20A16425 in CA)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 11129 RUTLEDGE DR, NORTH POTOMAC, MD 208782501 (Tel: 3019220808)
Registered at 11129 RUTLEDGE DR, NORTH POTOMAC, MD 208782501 (Tel: 3019220808)
Recorded as CELIA CHAO, D.O.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program (License #218638 in NC)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
1315 Las Tablas Rd
Templeton, CA 934659759
Phone: 8054342533
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