Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Radiation Oncologist in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Yi-Jen Chen, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chen completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Radiation Oncology. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (626) 359-8111.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Radiation Oncology
Medical School: Natl Yang Ming Med Coll, Taipei, Taiwan
Is Dr. Chen board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Yi-Jen Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology , American Board of Radiology since 2002
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Chen perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, 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:
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
- Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
- Uterine Tandem Placement
- Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
- Internal Radiation Therapy Device
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
- Internal Radiation Apparatus
- Vaginal Radiation Delivery
CPT Codes:
- 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy
- 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 359-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Chen in Duarte, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
First Medical Health Plan
HealthComp
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Pasadena Magazine Top Doctors designation, chosen by Radiation
'Young Clinician Award of the 10th World Congresses of Gastroenterolo
The Japanese Interchange Association Scholarship
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 1972698868.
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. Yi-Jen Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Radiation Oncologist near Duarte, CA. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yi-Jen Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with City of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Yi-Jen Chen accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yi-Jen Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yi-Jen Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (626) 359-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yi-Jen Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (626) 359-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yi-Jen Chen have?
Dr. Yi-Jen Chen is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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