Quick answers
- Where does Howard Chen see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 3 practice locations, including Lafayette, LA and Baton Rouge, LA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Howard Chen's specialty?
- Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
- Does Howard Chen accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Howard Chen accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Howard Chen?
- (337) 235-7791, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Howard Chen's NPI number?
- 1619537776. 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 Howard Chen is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 516 Saint Landry StLafayette, LA 70506 (337) 235‑7791
- 550 Connell Park LnBaton Rouge, LA 70806 (225) 924‑2020
- 9001 Summa Ave, Suite 245Baton Rouge, LA 70809 (225) 490‑5299
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Howard Chen as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Williamson Eye Center19 clinicians in the group
- Azar Instruments Inc.9 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Lafayette
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Lafayette, LA — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 2019 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1619537776 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians