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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Charles Chen, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (573) 882-3996.
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 Gastroenterologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, conditions treated by Dr. Charles Chen may include:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Celiac Disease
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulitis
- Excessive Gas
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Please contact Dr. Chen's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Chen may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
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 (573) 882-3996 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Chen in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1902291370.
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. Charles Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Columbia, MO.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Charles Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with University Hospital - Mu Health Care 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 Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Chen accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Charles Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (573) 882-3996 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (573) 882-3996 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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