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Dr. Aileen Chen, MD, PHD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

West Palm Beach, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in West Palm Beach, FL?

    Dr. Aileen Chen, MD, PHD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in West Palm Beach, FL. Dr. Chen completed her residency at Mt Auburn Hosp, 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 (561) 273-2203.

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

    • Residency: Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine | Nyu Hospitals Center, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca

    What languages does Dr. Chen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's
    • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
    • Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Chen typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Aileen Chen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 273-2203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in West Palm Beach, FL?

    Dr. Chen in West Palm Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Aileen Chen's Primary Practice

    5300 East Ave

    West Palm Beach, FL 33407

    (561) 273-2203

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chen affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Memorial Regional Hospital,Hallandale Beach, FL
    Cleveland Clinic Florida - Weston Hospital,Weston, FL
    Tenet Healthcare - Good Samaritan Medical Center,West Palm Beach, FL
    St. Marys Medical Center - West Palm Beach,Mangonia Park, FL

    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 1851617914.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen?

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

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Florida Medical Center 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Aileen Chen accepting new patients in West Palm Beach, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Aileen Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (561) 273-2203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (561) 273-2203 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's office is located in West Palm Beach, FL.