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Dr. Theodore Chen, MD

Los Angeles, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Theodore Chen, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery. 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 (323) 783-6151.

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

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chen speak?

    Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive 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:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • Skin Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery
    • Dermatologic surgery recovery
    • Skin graft aftercare
    • Subcutaneous tissue post-op care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
    • Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    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:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Nose Deformity
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nose shape change
    • Deformed nose
    • Nasal deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M950: Acquired deformity of nose

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Having Ear Tubes
    • Tympanostomy tubes
    • Grommets
    • Ventilation tubes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Which procedures does Dr. Chen perform as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Theodore Chen may include:

    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 (323) 783-6151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Chen in Los Angeles, 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

    • CalOptima

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Theodore Chen's Primary Practice

    4900 W Sunset Blvd Fl 6

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 783-6151

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    Dr. Theodore Chen's Practice 2

    6640 Alton Pkwy

    Irvine, CA 92618

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    Dr. Theodore Chen's Practice 3

    5475 E La Palma Ave

    Anaheim, CA 92807

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    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 1710187802.

    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. Theodore Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim 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

    Where can I learn more about Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

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    Is Theodore Chen accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Theodore Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (323) 783-6151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Theodore Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (323) 783-6151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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