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Dr. Jennifer Chen, MD

Redwood City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Dermatologist in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Jennifer Chen, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chen graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (650) 291-5196.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of 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 Dr. Chen treat?

    As a Dermatologist, 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:

    • Skin Rash
    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Rashes
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    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:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Contact Dermatitis
    • Rashes
    • Skin Rash from Contact
    • Contact Eczema
    • Allergic Contact Dermatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L259: Unspecified contact dermatitis, unspecified cause

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    What procedures does Dr. Chen perform?

    As a Dermatologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
    • Precancerous Lesion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
    • 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Shave biopsy
    • Tangential skin biopsy
    • Scoop biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
    • 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
    • PDT for Skin Cancer
    • Light Therapy for Precancerous Skin
    • Photosensitive Drug Treatment for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 96567: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitive drug(s), per day

    Also known as:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Also known as:

    • Underarm Sweat Gland Nerve Treatment
    • Axillary Chemodenervation
    • Botox for Underarm Sweating
    • Treatment for Excessive Underarm Sweating

    CPT Codes:

    • 64650: Chemodenervation of eccrine glands; both axillae

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 291-5196 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Chen in Redwood City, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Jennifer Chen's Primary Practice

    450 Broadway St

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (650) 291-5196

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    Dr. Jennifer Chen's Practice 2

    1133 E Stanley Blvd Ste 111

    Livermore, CA 94550

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    Dr. Jennifer Chen's Practice 3

    170 Alameda de las Pulgas

    Redwood City, CA 94062

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    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 1184851297.

    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. Jennifer Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Dermatologist near Redwood City, CA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

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    Is Jennifer Chen accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Jennifer Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (650) 291-5196 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (650) 291-5196 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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