Edwin Chen, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Edwin Chen is an Ophthalmology specialist based in San Diego, CA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(858) 793-0093San Diego, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Edwin Chen, M.D. practices as part of a group ophthalmologist practice in San Diego, CA. Trained at Medical College of Ohio (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

1 of 74 Ophthalmology providers in CASee all Ophthalmology in San Diego24+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5827dNPPES updated 2010-06-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

12395 El Camino Real Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92130-3082

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-12%)58%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-6%)43%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-13%)21%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2002

    Medical College of Ohio

  2. 24 years in practice

    Experienced

OphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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.

Taxonomy: 207W00000X

Education & Training

Medical College of Ohio (Class of 2002)

Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Edwin Chen

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Edwin Chen for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to San Diego required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edwin Chen

NPI records show Dr. Chen as active with telehealth listed in San Diego, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 793-0093.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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