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Dr. Philip Chen, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Otolaryngologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Philip Chen, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chen graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (210) 450-9950.

    Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chen speak?

    Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Chronic Pansinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Chronic widespread sinus infection
    • All sinus inflammation
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis
    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Spontaneous Brain Fluid Leak
    • CSF Leak from Brain
    • Spontaneous CSF Rhinorrhea
    • Brain Fluid Leak

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9601: Cranial cerebrospinal fluid leak, spontaneous

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    What procedures does Dr. Chen perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
    • Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with Ethmoidectomy and Sphenoidotomy
    • Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
    • Sinus Surgery (Sphenoidotomy)
    • Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery
    • Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
    • Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
    • Sinus Exploration
    • Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
    • Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
    • Anterior Ethmoidectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
    • Total Ethmoidectomy
    • Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
    • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
    • Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
    • Maxillary sinus surgery
    • Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
    • Nasal Endoscopy with Sphenoidotomy
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
    • Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
    • Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
    • Sinus Clearance Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
    • 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
    • 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
    • 31259: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy, with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
    • 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
    • 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
    • 31287: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with sphenoidotomy;
    • 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
    • Inferior Turbinate Outfracture

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Removal of Growth Inside the Nose
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery
    • Intranasal lesion excision
    • Nasal growth removal
    • Laser treatment for nasal lesion
    • Nose polyp removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
    • 30117: Excision or destruction (eg, laser), intranasal lesion; internal approach

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Endoscopy with Concha Bullosa Removal
    • Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Concha Bullosa Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Nasal Polyp Removal
    • Sinus Biopsy
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31240: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with concha bullosa resection
    • 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-9950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Chen in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Philip Chen's Primary Practice

    8300 Floyd Curl Dr Fl 6

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 450-9950

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    Dr. Philip Chen's Practice 2

    903 W Martin St

    San Antonio, TX 78207

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    What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508069394.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chen

    What is Dr. Philip Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Otolaryngologist near San Antonio, TX. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Philip Chen accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Chen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (210) 450-9950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (210) 450-9950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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