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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Michael Chen, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chen graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Hawaii Program. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (385) 474-4763.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Hawaii Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine
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 Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Pediatric 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Malformation
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
- Spinal Cord Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Chen may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
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 (385) 474-4763 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chen in Palo Alto, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Determition of the pharmacodymic interaction of propofol
, 2009
Patient simulation: a literary synthesis of assessment tools in anesthesiology.
, 2009
Scerio and checklist for airway rescue during pediatric sedation.
, 2007
Flexor tendon suture methods: A quantitative alysis of suture material within the repair site
, 1999
1995 Volvo Award in basic sciences
, 1995
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 1689753121.
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. Michael Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Michael Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Pediatric Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Chen accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (385) 474-4763 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (385) 474-4763 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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