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Dr. Gary Chen, MD

Dr. Gary Chen, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Gary Chen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chen graduated from Anhui Medical University, Faculty Of Medicine. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (213) 765-8088.

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

    • Medical School: Anhui Medical University, Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Chen board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Chen speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chen typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Splint Application
    • Forearm to hand splint
    • Static arm splint
    • Wrist and forearm splint
    • Arm immobilization splint

    CPT Codes:

    • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Dressing Change Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Wound Dressing Change with Sedation
    • Non-Burn Dressing Change Under General Anesthesia
    • Surgical Dressing Change

    CPT Codes:

    • 15852: Dressing change (for other than burns) under anesthesia (other than local)

    Also known as:

    • Suture or Staple Removal with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Surgical Stitch Removal
    • Anesthetized Staple Removal
    • Wound Closure Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 15851: Removal of sutures or staples requiring anesthesia (ie, general anesthesia, moderate sedation)

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 765-8088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Chen in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Gary Chen's Primary Practice

    1513 S Grand Ave Ste 208

    Los Angeles, CA 90015

    (213) 765-8088

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    Dr. Gary Chen's Practice 2

    12659 166th St

    Cerritos, CA 90703

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    Dr. Gary Chen's Practice 3

    17410 Bloomfield Ave

    Cerritos, CA 90703

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    What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?A 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 1831123934.

    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. Gary Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial 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 Dr. Gary Chen accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Gary Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (213) 765-8088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (213) 765-8088 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Cerritos, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Chen have?

    Dr. Gary Chen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.