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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Surgeon in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Melissa Chen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, 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 (919) 966-7890.
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Chen may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (919) 966-7890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Chen in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Medicare
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 1598129835.
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. Melissa Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Surgeon near Chapel Hill, NC.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Melissa Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Unc Health Rex, Carteret Health Care 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
When to see a Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Chen accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (919) 966-7890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (919) 966-7890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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