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Dr. Tammy Chen, MD

Dr. Tammy Chen, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Oakland, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Family Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Tammy Chen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. She has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Chen graduated from Zhejiang Medical University - Hangzhou- Zhejiang- China. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (510) 986-6830.

    Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Chekiang Prov Med Coll- Hangchow- Chekiang- China | Zhejiang Medical University - Hangzhou- Zhejiang- China

    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 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
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tammy 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 (510) 986-6830 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sunrise Community Health

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Tammy Chen's Primary Practice

    818 Webster St

    Oakland, CA 94607

    (510) 986-6830

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chen affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
    Alameda Hospital,Alameda, CA

    What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?A 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 1093887721.

    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. Tammy 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 Dr. Tammy Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Eden Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. Tammy Chen accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Tammy Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (510) 986-6830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tammy Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (510) 986-6830 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's office is located in Oakland, CA.