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Active NPI 1740642891 Individual Practitioner Female Practitioner

Dr. Katia Elizabeth Chavez , MD MPH

Ophthalmology • Albuquerque, NM

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Katia Chavez, MD MPH is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Albuquerque, NM. With approximately 10 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 2016, Dr. Chavez delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 5150 JOURNAL CENTER BLVD NE.

Dr. Chavez is affiliated with Optumcare New Mexico Llc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient complete exam of visual system, established patient problem focused exam of visual system, imaging of optic nerve. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

5150 Journal Center Blvd Ne

Albuquerque, NM 871095900

Telephone 5052623937
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Other

Graduation Year

2016

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Albuquerque, NM

Established Specialist (10-20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
10 Yrs -13.8 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 23.8 Yrs
State Avg: 35.4 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
70 Specialists

Practicing in Albuquerque, NM (117 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
4.3% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
56.2% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Chavez (10 Years) 10 Yrs
Albuquerque Specialty Average (23.8 Years) 23.8 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2024)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system
237 219 $256.62 $116.22
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
204 125 $196.59 $82.11
92133 Imaging of optic nerve
172 143 $81.87 $32.50
92134 Imaging of retina
141 128 $87.77 $37.07
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing
127 110 $136.35 $58.15
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system
125 125 $326.93 $137.97
92020 Examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp
69 68 $60.81 $25.57
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
32 29 $166.00 $83.90
92136 Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye
18 12 $101.22 $21.06
76514 Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
18 18 $38.00 $10.03
92002 New patient problem focused exam of visual system
17 17 $189.18 $78.41
66821 Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser
13 12 $651.00 $309.01
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
12 12 $214.00 $105.89

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2024-08-22
Ophthalmology Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X

State License NM MD2021-0254

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.

Ophthalmology

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X

State License FL ME145600

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.

Ophthalmology

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X

State License OH 35.140734

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.

General Practice

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 208D00000X

State License OH 35.140734

A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.

General Practice

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 208D00000X

State License FL ME145600

A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Optumcare New Mexico Llc

5150 Journal Ctr Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 871095900

Phone: 5052627000

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

7 Associated Practitioners
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Dr. Sandra Sofinski , MD

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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

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Career & Practice History Timeline

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

15 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location May 13, 2024

Registered at 5150 JOURNAL CENTER BLVD NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 871095900 (Tel: 5052623937)

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Updated Business Mailing Address May 13, 2024

Registered at PO BOX 26028, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 871256028

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Updated Practice Location April 16, 2021

Registered at 2211 LOMAS BLVD NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 871062719 (Tel: 5052726120)

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Updated Business Mailing Address April 16, 2021

Registered at 1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO MSC 10-5610, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 871310001 (Tel: 5052726120)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 16, 2021

Ophthalmology (License #ME145600 in FL)

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Updated Practice Location November 06, 2020

Registered at 5216 SW 34TH ST, DAVIE, FL 333141921 (Tel: 7542812838)

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Updated Business Mailing Address November 06, 2020

Registered at 5216 SW 34TH ST, DAVIE, FL 333141921 (Tel: 7542812838)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated November 06, 2020

Recorded as KATIA CHAVEZ, MD MPH

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) November 06, 2020

Ophthalmology (License #35.140734 in OH)

NPI Profile Active March 27, 2016

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location March 27, 2016

Registered at 2799 W GRAND BLVD, DETROIT, MI 482022608 (Tel: 3139162889)

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Updated Business Mailing Address March 27, 2016

Registered at 2799 W GRAND BLVD, DETROIT, MI 482022608 (Tel: 3139162889)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated March 27, 2016

Recorded as KATIA CHAVEZ

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) March 27, 2016

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration March 27, 2016

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1740642891
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: March 27, 2016
Last Update: August 22, 2024
Sole Proprietor: Yes

Mailing Address

Po Box 26028

Albuquerque, NM 871256028

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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