James Chong, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
James Chong is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Delray Beach, FL with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across FL can see James Chong, MD in person in Delray Beach or via virtual visit — no travel required. A State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 82.63/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 31% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Federal MIPS score higher than 54% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4675 Linton Blvd Suite 202, Delray Beach, FL 33445-6611
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202382.63/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.2%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,457
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,054
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,905
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.83M
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.9k received from industry
88 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to James Chong's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Suny Buffalo
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
21776 Westmont Court, Boca Raton, FL 33428
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 501320
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With James Chong
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Chong for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Delray Beach required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Chong
NPI records show Dr. Chong as active with telehealth listed in Delray Beach, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (561) 495-5700.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Chong
Practice Location
4675 Linton Blvd Suite 202, Delray Beach, FL 33445-6611
Mailing Address
21776 Westmont Court, Boca Raton, FL 33428
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