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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Medical Toxicologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Richard Chen, MD is a Medical Toxicologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA 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 (484) 622-0976.
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 Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Medical Toxicologist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Medical Toxicologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Chen may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (484) 622-0976 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Chen in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Richard Chen's Primary Practice
5501 Old York Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(484) 622-0976
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 1649787052.
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. Richard Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Medical Toxicologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Medical Toxicologist do?
Medical toxicologists are physicians with expertise in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused from exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents. They are responsible to care in clinical, academic, governmental, and public health environments and often serve as leaders in poison control centers. Key focus areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug reactions, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, preparedness for terrorist threats, venomous bites and stings, and environmental or workplace exposures.
Is this Dr. Richard Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Paoli 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
When to see a Medical Toxicologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Toxicologist. 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 Richard Chen accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (484) 622-0976 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (484) 622-0976 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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