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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Sophia Chen, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (510) 752-1000.
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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sophia Chen may include:
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 (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Chen in Oakland, 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
Contra Costa
Kaiser Permanente
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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 1225371016.
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. Sophia Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Oakland, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Sophia Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Sophia Chen accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sophia Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sophia Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sophia Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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