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Who is Dr. Chen, Otolaryngologist in Whittier, CA?
Dr. David Chen, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (562) 789-5456.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology | University Of Tn College Of Med
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
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 Dr. Chen treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Loss in Both Ears
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Bilateral Deafness
- Hearing Impairment Both Sides
- Poor Hearing in Both Ears
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H9193: Unspecified hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
- Impacted Earwax
- Excessive Earwax
- Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
- H6120: Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Ear Tube Issue
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6990: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear
- H6980: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Middle Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Atypical Facial Pain
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Persistent Idiopathic Facial Pain
- Chronic Facial Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G501: Atypical facial pain
Also known as:
- Ringing in Ears
- Tinnitus
- Ear Ringing
- Head Noise
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9319: Tinnitus, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Superficial Fungal Infection
- Fungal Infection
- Skin fungus
- Dermatophytosis
- Tinea
ICD-10 Codes:
- B369: Superficial mycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Eczema-like Outer Ear Inflammation
- Ear Disorder
- Eczematoid Otitis Externa
- Ear Eczema
- Itchy Outer Ear Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- H60549: Acute eczematoid otitis externa, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Which procedures does Dr. Chen perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Chen may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chen's office.
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 789-5456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Chen in Whittier, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. David Chen's Primary Practice
12462 Putnam St Ste 303
Whittier, CA 90602
(562) 789-5456
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 1225196835.
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. David Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Otolaryngologist near Whittier, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: PIH Health Whittier Hospital, AdventistHealth White Memorial Montebello. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 David Chen accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (562) 789-5456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (562) 789-5456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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