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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Family Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Arthur Chen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen completed his residency at Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Family 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 (510) 986-6800.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca
Is Dr. Chen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Family 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hard-to-Treat High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- Resistant Hypertension
- Refractory Hypertension
- Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I1A0: Resistant hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Arthur Chen may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (510) 986-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Chen in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
Sunrise Community Health
Unknown
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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 1871663898.
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. Arthur Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Oakland, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Arthur Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Arthur Chen accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arthur Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (510) 986-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arthur Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (510) 986-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arthur Chen have?
Dr. Arthur Chen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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