Dr. Celia Chao, D.O.
Ophthalmology
10+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Celia Chao
Celia Chao, DO is a healthcare provider.
Specialty Definition
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.
10
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
OphthalmologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2016
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 218638 | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program | — |
| California | 20A16425 | Ophthalmology |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Celia Chao
With 10 years of practice, Dr. Celia Chao is an established ophthalmology provider, D.O., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2016. Dr. currently practices at Svmhs Clinics in Salinas, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447600309, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Celia Chao received $30 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$30
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Ophthalmology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 93901
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Celia Chao
What does Dr. Celia Chao specialize in?
Dr. Celia Chao specializes in Ophthalmology. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Student In An Organized Health Care Education/training Program.
Where does Dr. Celia Chao practice?
Dr. Celia Chao practices at Svmhs Clinics in Salinas, California.
Does Dr. Celia Chao accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Celia Chao accepts Medicare assignment. Call the practice directly to confirm Medicare acceptance for your specific plan.
What is Dr. Celia Chao's NPI number?
Dr. Celia Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447600309. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Celia Chao been practicing?
Dr. Celia Chao has approximately 10 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2016.