
19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Northbrook, IL?
Dr. Judy Chen, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Northbrook, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Chen completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, Arabic, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (847) 504-3300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chen?
Dr. Judy Chen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric & Adult Otolaryngology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Northbrook, IL community, Dr. Chen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Pediatric 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Sleep Apnea
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Hearing Impairment
- Deafness
- Poor Hearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Adenoid Removal for Children
- Pediatric Adenoidectomy
- Adenoid Surgery for Kids
- Removal of Adenoids
CPT Codes:
- 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 504-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Northbrook, IL?
Dr. Chen in Northbrook, IL 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
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Northshore University Healthsystem
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
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 1639229750.
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. Judy Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Northbrook, IL.
What does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist do?
A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing.
Is this Dr. Judy Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Highland Park 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
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Is Judy Chen accepting new patients in Northbrook, IL?
Yes, Dr. Judy Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Judy Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (847) 504-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Judy Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (847) 504-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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