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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Neurologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Doris Chen is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. 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 (925) 357-6515.
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 Neurologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Doris Chen may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 (925) 357-6515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Chen in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Doris Chen's Primary Practice
100 N Wiget Ln Ste 150
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 357-6515
What hospitals are Dr. Chen affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Uc Davis Medical Center,Sacramento, CA
Ranked Uterine and Ovarian Cancer Surgery
Uc Davis Medical Center,Sacramento, CA
Ranked Uterine and Ovarian Cancer Surgery
John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Marshall Hospital,Placerville, CARanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Marshall Hospital,Placerville, CA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Sutter Lakeside Hospital,Lakeport, CA
Sutter Lakeside Hospital,Lakeport, CA
Banner Lassen Medical Center,Susanville, CA
Banner Lassen Medical Center,Susanville, CA
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 1013301969.
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. Doris Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Neurologist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is Dr. Doris Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Marshall Hospital, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. 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. Doris Chen accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Doris Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Doris Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (925) 357-6515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Doris Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (925) 357-6515 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Chen's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA and San Francisco, CA.
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