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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Nephrologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Shan Shan Chen, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, Burmese, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (505) 272-0407.
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shan Shan Chen may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (505) 272-0407 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Chen in Bakersfield, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Shan Shan Chen's Primary Practice
3733 San Dimas St Ste 101
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(505) 272-0407
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 1487945507.
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. Shan Shan Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Nephrologist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Shan Shan Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shan Shan Chen accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shan Shan Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shan Shan Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (505) 272-0407 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shan Shan Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (505) 272-0407 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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