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Who is Dr. Chen, Dermatopathologist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Wei-Shen Chen, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (813) 259-0929.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chen?
Dr. Wei-Shen Chen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatopathologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dermatopathology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tampa/FL community, Dr. Chen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, 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:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm BCC
- Shoulder BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
- BCC on Right Arm
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
- Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
- Right Upper Limb BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
- C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Mole
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous skin growths
- Skin lesions
- Benign skin masses
ICD-10 Codes:
- D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Early Stage Cancer
- Cancer
- Carcinoma in situ
- Precancerous Lesion
- Stage 0 Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D099: Carcinoma in situ, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Also known as:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Hair Follicle Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Follicular Skin Issues
- Hair Follicle Problems
- Skin Follicle Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L738: Other specified follicular disorders
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Which procedures does Dr. Chen perform as a Dermatopathologist?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wei-Shen Chen may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chen's office.
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 259-0929 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Chen in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Cigna
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Wei-Shen Chen's Primary Practice
13330 Usf Laurel Dr Ste 3
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 259-0929
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 1417257254.
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. Wei-Shen Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Dermatopathologist near Tampa, FL. A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wei-Shen Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Tampa General 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
Where can I learn more about Dermatopathologist?
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Is Wei-Shen Chen accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Wei-Shen Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wei-Shen Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (813) 259-0929 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wei-Shen Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (813) 259-0929 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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