32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Peng Chen, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Chen completed his residency at St. John Hospital & Medical Center, Detroit. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (713) 486-8000.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: BRIGHAM & WOMEN'S HOSPITAL-HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL, BOSTON, MA | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital | Barrow Neurological Institute of St Joseph's Hosp | Brigham & Women's Hospital
Residency: St. John Hospital & Medical Center, Detroit | Children's Hospital Boston | Brigham and Women's Hospital | Brigham and Women's Hospital | The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen
Medical School: Sun Yat-Sen Univ of Med Sci
Is Dr. Chen board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Peng Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Moyamoya Disease
- Brain Malformations
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Moyamoya disease
- Moyamoya Syndrome
- Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I675: Moyamoya disease
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I607: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from unspecified intracranial artery
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 486-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Chen in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Peng Chen's Primary Practice
6400 Fannin St Ste 2800
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 486-8000
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 1053331900.
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. Peng Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peng Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital 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
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Is Peng Chen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Peng Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peng Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (713) 486-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peng Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (713) 486-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peng Chen have?
Dr. Peng Chen is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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