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Dr. Karin Chen, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Endocrinologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Karin Chen, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (212) 434-3550.

    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 an Endocrinologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Disorder
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Thyroid Problem
    • Thyroid Gland Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E079: Disorder of thyroid, unspecified

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 434-3550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Chen in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Karin Chen's Primary Practice

    4802 10th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

    (212) 434-3550

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    Dr. Karin Chen's Practice 2

    948 48th St Fl 3

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

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    Dr. Karin Chen's Practice 3

    110 E 59th St Rm 8B

    New York, NY 10022

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Karin Chen?

    Dr. Chen has appointments available at her Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    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 1477896066.

    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. Karin Chen's specialty?

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn) 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Endocrinologist. 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. Karin Chen accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Karin Chen offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chen, or call (212) 434-3550 for more information.

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

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chen, or call (212) 434-3550 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY and New York, NY.