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Ophthalmology

Barry G. Chaiken, MD

Sees patients in New York, NY · New York

Summary

Barry G. Chaiken, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in New York, NY. NPI 1497944862. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Barry G. Chaiken, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
50Years since medical school (graduated 1976)
Columbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Barry G. Chaiken see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in New York, NY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Barry G. Chaiken's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Barry G. Chaiken accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Barry G. Chaiken may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
What is Barry G. Chaiken's NPI number?
1497944862. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Barry G. Chaiken is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in New York, NY — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolColumbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons
Graduation year1976
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1497944862
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians