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Active NPI 1912762238 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Christopher Nguyen , OD

Optometrist • Chicago, IL

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Christopher Nguyen, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Chicago, IL. With approximately 3 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Houston - College Of Optometry in 2023, Dr. Nguyen delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1009 S WOOD ST.

Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois and accepts Medicare assignment.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

1009 S Wood St

Chicago, IL 606123747

Telephone 6172406390
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Houston - College Of Optometry

Graduation Year

2023

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Chicago, IL

Rising Specialist (<5 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
3 Yrs -12.6 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 15.6 Yrs
State Avg: 22.8 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
633 Specialists

Practicing in Chicago, IL (2783 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.2% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
67.4% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Nguyen (3 Years) 3 Yrs
Chicago Specialty Average (15.6 Years) 15.6 Yrs

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2025-08-23
Optometrist Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License IL 046011990

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.

Optometrist

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License TX 11047TG

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

1009 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 606123747

Phone: 3123554300

Secondary Practice Locations

381 S Loop 336 W Ste 1300

Conroe, TX 773043352

Phone: 6172406390

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

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Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

8 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location August 23, 2025

Registered at 1009 S WOOD ST, CHICAGO, IL 606123747 (Tel: 6172406390)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) August 23, 2025

Optometrist (License #11047TG in TX)

NPI Profile Active February 15, 2024

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location February 15, 2024

Registered at 381 S LOOP 336 W STE 1300, CONROE, TX 773043352 (Tel: 6172406390)

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Updated Business Mailing Address February 15, 2024

Registered at 9306 STEAM SPRINGS DR, SPRING, TX 773793738 (Tel: 6172406390)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated February 15, 2024

Recorded as CHRISTOPHER NGUYEN, OD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) February 15, 2024

Optometrist (License #11047T in TX)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration February 15, 2024

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1912762238
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: February 15, 2024
Last Update: August 23, 2025
Sole Proprietor: Yes

Mailing Address

9306 Steam Springs Dr

Spring, TX 773793738

Phone: 6172406390

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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