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Who is Dr. Chen, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Los Altos, CA?
Dr. Stephanie Chen, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Altos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (305) 326-6000.
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2640: Unspecified secondary cataract
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type (Other Sites)
- Tumor of unknown nature (other locations)
- Lesion of unknown behavior (various sites)
- Indeterminate mass (other body parts)
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4989: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of other specified sites
Also known as:
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Disorder
- Eye Ulcer
- Open Sore on Cornea
- Corneal Erosion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16001: Unspecified corneal ulcer, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Chen perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 326-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Los Altos, CA?
Dr. Chen in Los Altos, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Stephanie Chen's Primary Practice
762 Altos Oaks Dr
Los Altos, CA 94024
(305) 326-6000
Dr. Stephanie Chen's Practice 2
5555 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Coral Gables, FL 33146
(305) 689-8648
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 1629572136.
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. Stephanie Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Los Altos, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephanie Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
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Is Stephanie Chen accepting new patients in Los Altos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephanie Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (305) 326-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephanie Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (305) 326-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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