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Who is Dr. Chen, Surgeon in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Emery Chen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Chen completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (661) 942-6565.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Chen board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Emery Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
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 Surgeon, 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:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg with Muscle Damage
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Non-Pressure Buttock Sore
- Persistent Buttock Wound
- Dermal Ulcer on Buttock
- Open Sore on Buttock
- Deep Leg Ulcer
- Muscle-Involved Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L98412: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with fat layer exposed
- L97813: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with necrosis of muscle
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97513: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of muscle
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Changes in Skin Texture
- Skin Condition
- Rough Skin
- Bumpy Skin
- Skin Discoloration
- Uneven Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R234: Changes in skin texture
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Suture Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
Also known as:
- Gangrene
- Tissue Death
- Necrosis
- Dead Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Mixed cholecystitis
- Gallbladder attack and long-term inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K812: Acute cholecystitis with chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Chen perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Emery Chen may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (661) 942-6565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Chen in Lancaster, 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
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1922201763.
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. Emery Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Surgeon near Lancaster, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emery Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Palmdale Regional Medical Center, Antelope Valley Medical Center. 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
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Is Emery Chen accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Emery Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emery Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (661) 942-6565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emery Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (661) 942-6565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emery Chen have?
Dr. Emery Chen is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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