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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Karen Chen, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (713) 792-6161.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Chen board certified as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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 a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Chen perform as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Chen may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chen's office.
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Chen in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
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 1326132259.
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. Karen Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX. A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
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Is Karen Chen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karen Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Chen have?
Dr. Karen Chen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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