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Dr. Agnes Chen, MD

Pediatric Neurologist, Neurologist

Torrance, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Pediatric Neurologist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Agnes Chen, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen completed her residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (310) 222-4168.

    Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Chen board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Agnes Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    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 Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As a Pediatric 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:

    • Heart Wall Birth Defect
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Congenital Cardiac Septal Anomaly
    • Heart Septum Malformation
    • Hole in the Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q219: Congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Niemann-Pick Disease Type C
    • Genetic Brain Disorder
    • Niemann-Pick disease
    • NPD type C
    • NPC disease
    • Cholesterol storage disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E75242: Niemann-Pick disease type C

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Cognitive Impairment
    • Developmental Delay
    • Learning Disability (General)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F79: Unspecified intellectual disabilities

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Agnes 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 (310) 222-4168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Chen in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Agnes Chen's Primary Practice

    1000 W Carson St # 468

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (310) 222-4168

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chen affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Harbor - Ucla Medical Center,Torrance, CA
    Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange,Orange, 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 1902009418.

    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. Agnes Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Pediatric Neurologist near Torrance, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.

    Is Dr. Agnes Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric 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. Agnes Chen accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Agnes Chen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Agnes Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (310) 222-4168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Agnes Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (310) 222-4168 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's office is located in Torrance, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Agnes Chen have?

    Dr. Agnes Chen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.