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Dr. Michael Chen, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lubbock, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Michael Chen, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX. Dr. Chen graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at NEWMAN REGIONAL HEALTH. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, 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 (806) 725-4288.

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

    • Residency: NEWMAN REGIONAL HEALTH

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael 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 (806) 725-4288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Chen in Lubbock, TX 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Michael Chen's Primary Practice

    3615 19th St

    Lubbock, TX 79410

    (806) 725-4288

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    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 1780823682.

    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. Michael Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lubbock, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, Tx, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Michael Chen accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (806) 725-4288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (806) 725-4288 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's office is located in Lubbock, TX.