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Who is Dr. Chen, Neurosurgeon in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Tsinsue Chen, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, 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 (480) 917-5600.
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Chen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Deep Brain Stimulator Implantation
- DBS Surgery
- Neurostimulator Electrode Placement
- Brain Pacemaker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61863: Twist drill, burr hole, craniotomy, or craniectomy with stereotactic implantation of neurostimulator electrode array in subcortical site (eg, thalamus, globus pallidus, subthalamic nucleus, periventricular, periaqueductal gray), without use of intraoperative microelectrode recording; first array
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lower Neck Bone Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical Spinal Fusion
- Posterior Cervical Fusion
- Neck Vertebrae Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22600: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; cervical below C2 segment
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 917-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Chen in Chandler, AZ 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Southwest Service Administrators
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Tsinsue Chen's Primary Practice
1875 W Frye Rd Ste 300
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 917-5600
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 1396031217.
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. Tsinsue Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Neurosurgeon near Chandler, AZ.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Tsinsue Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Chandler Regional Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West 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
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Is Tsinsue Chen accepting new patients in Chandler, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Tsinsue Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tsinsue Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (480) 917-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tsinsue Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (480) 917-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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