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Dr. Michael Chen

Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Michael Chen is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese, 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 (206) 520-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Chen speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    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:

    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chen typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Seattle, WA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hawaii Management Alliance Association (HMAA)

    • Hawaii Medical Service Association

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Michael Chen's Primary Practice

    325 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98104

    (206) 520-5000

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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:

    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 1629431853.

    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. Michael Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Seattle, WA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with The Queen's 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

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    Is Dr. Michael Chen accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (206) 520-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's office is located in Seattle, WA.