PC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Pei Chen, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chen completed her residency at Grant Hosp Of Chicago, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (415) 353-4900.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Grant Hosp Of Chicago, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: China Med College Taiwan
Is Dr. Chen board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pei Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pei 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 (415) 353-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Chen in San Francisco, 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
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Sutter Health
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Pei Chen's Primary Practice
3575 Geary Blvd Fl First
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 353-4900
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 1295054948.
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. Pei Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Pei Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Pei Chen accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pei Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pei Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (415) 353-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pei Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (415) 353-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pei Chen have?
Dr. Pei Chen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Geriatric Medicine Specialist Near San Francisco, CA
SC
Geriatric Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Stephanie Cordonnier, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
San Francisco, CA
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Helen Kao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
San Francisco, CA
RL
Geriatric Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Russell Lemesh is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
San Francisco, CA