EverydayHealthLogo
SC

Dr. Stephen Chen, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Stephen Chen, MD is a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. 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 (925) 934-3536.

    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 Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Sports 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    What procedures does a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen 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 (925) 934-3536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Chen in Walnut Creek, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Chen also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Stephen Chen's Primary Practice

    1777 Botelho Dr Ste 110

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (925) 934-3536

    Get Directions

    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stephen Chen?

    Dr. Chen has appointments available at his Walnut Creek, CA office. Please select a date and time below.

    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 1730336397.

    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. Stephen Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatric sports medicine physician provides ongoing care focused on health, fitness, and injury prevention for young athletes while also addressing the preventing care of injury and illness. They possess expertise in areas like exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehab, and injury management. With specialized training, they work to enhance wellness and promote safe participation in sports, whether for individuals or teams.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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 Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Sports 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 Stephen Chen accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Stephen Chen offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chen, or call (925) 934-3536 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Chen?

    Yes, Dr. Chen offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Chen, or call (925) 934-3536 for more information.

    Other Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist Near Walnut Creek, CA

    MR
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Antioch, CA
    MW

    Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Francisco, CA
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Francisco, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists