16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chee, Emergency Medicine Specialist in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kerlen Chee, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Chee graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Chee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chee’s office at (650) 742-2000.
Where did Dr. Chee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Medical College
Is Dr. Chee board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kerlen Chee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chee speak?
Dr. Chee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chee typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chee 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. Chee. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chee typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kerlen Chee may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Chee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chee accept my insurance?
Dr. Chee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 742-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chee accept in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Chee in South San Francisco, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chee's office located?
Kaiser South San Francisco Emergency Dept
1200 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 742-2000
What is Dr. Chee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447459177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chee
What is Dr. Kerlen Chee's specialty?
Dr. Chee is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near South San Francisco, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Kerlen Chee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chee is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Ahmc Seton Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kerlen Chee accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kerlen Chee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kerlen Chee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chee's office at (650) 742-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kerlen Chee?
Please contact Dr. Chee's office at (650) 742-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kerlen Chee have?
Dr. Kerlen Chee is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Chee
Kaiser South San Francisco Emergency Dept
1200 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080