Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Otolaryngologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Michelle Chen, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, 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:
- Oral Cancer
- Side of Tongue Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Mouth Malignancy
- Oral Carcinoma
- Retromolar Cancer
- Mouth Carcinoma
- Lateral Tongue Carcinoma
- Malignant Tumor on Side of Tongue
- Cancer on tongue border
- Tongue Carcinoma
- Cheek Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Cheek
ICD-10 Codes:
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
- C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
- C062: Malignant neoplasm of retromolar area
- C021: Malignant neoplasm of border of tongue
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
- C060: Malignant neoplasm of cheek mucosa
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Oral dysphagia
- Trouble chewing and swallowing
- Difficulty moving food in mouth
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
- Tonsil Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
- Glottic Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
- C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Mandibular Cancer
- Lower Jaw Cancer
- Malignant Mandible Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C411: Malignant neoplasm of mandible
Also known as:
- Sinus Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Nasal Cancer
- Maxillary sinus cancer
- Nasal sinus cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of maxillary sinus
- Head Cancer
- Neck Cancer
- Facial Cancer
- Malignant Head and Neck Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C310: Malignant neoplasm of maxillary sinus
- C760: Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Other Tongue Disorder
- Tongue Disorder
- Tongue Problems
- Tongue Ailments
- Unspecified Tongue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K148: Other diseases of tongue
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
- Cancer
- Metastatic cancer
- Cancer spread to other organs
- Cancer metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites
Which procedures does Dr. Chen perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michelle Chen may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chen's office.
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Chen in Stanford, 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
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Michelle Chen's Practice 2
8635 W 3rd St Ste 590W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 423-1220
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 1598102881.
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. Michelle Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Otolaryngologist near Stanford, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michelle Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Michelle Chen accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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