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Dr. Ivan Chen, MD

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Dr. Ivan Chen, MD

Wayne, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Wayne, NJ?

    Dr. Ivan Chen, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Wayne, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chen graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at Stony Brook University Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (908) 412-0900.

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

    • Fellowship: Pain and Rehabilitative Consultants Medical Group, Oakland, CA

    • Residency: Stony Brook University Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St George',s University

    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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck and Upper Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck/Upper Back with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck/Upper Back
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain in Neck/Upper Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5013: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region

    What procedures does Dr. Chen perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 412-0900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Wayne, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Ivan Chen's Primary Practice

    342 Hamburg Tpke Ste 209

    Wayne, NJ 07470

    (908) 412-0900

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    Dr. Ivan Chen's Practice 2

    323 Main St Ste E

    Metuchen, NJ 08840

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    Dr. Ivan Chen's Practice 3

    35 Cottage St

    Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

    (908) 412-0900

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 22 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    96% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    91% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    99% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Ivan Chen an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Chen has been rated and reviewed by 22 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Chen, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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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 1467632364.

    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. Ivan Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Wayne, NJ. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patient’s needs. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Holy Name 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist with 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 Ivan Chen accepting new patients in Wayne, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Ivan Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (908) 412-0900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ivan Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (908) 412-0900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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