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Dr. Gary Chien, MD

Urologist

Los Angeles, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chien, Urologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Gary Chien, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Chien completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Southern Ca, Urology; Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Urology. Dr. Chien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chien’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chien’s office at (323) 783-4011.

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

    • Residency: Kaiser Permanente Southern Ca, Urology; Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Urology

    • Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Chien board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Chien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Chien speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Chien typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Chien 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. Chien. 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:

    • Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney and Ureter Problems
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter

    Also known as:

    • History of kidney cancer
    • Kidney Cancer
    • Wilms tumor
    • Past kidney cancer
    • Renal cancer survivor
    • Previous kidney malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85528: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal Cancer
    • Kidney Tumor
    • Renal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal cancer
    • Kidney carcinoma
    • Renal cell carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Chien typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Chien 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. Chien. 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:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
    • Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
    • Double-J stent insertion
    • Gibbons stent placement
    • Kidney stent placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Irrigation
    • Bladder Wash
    • Bladder Lavage
    • Bladder Instillation

    CPT Codes:

    • 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation

    Also known as:

    • Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
    • Bladder Tube Replacement
    • Suprapubic Catheter Change
    • Cystostomy Maintenance

    CPT Codes:

    • 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple

    Does Dr. Chien accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 783-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Chien in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • PIH Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chien's office located?

    Dr. Gary Chien's Primary Practice

    4733 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 783-4011

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    What is Dr. Chien's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639121395.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chien?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chien

    What is Dr. Gary Chien's specialty?

    Dr. Chien is an Urologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Urologist do?

    A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.

    Is Dr. Gary Chien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chien is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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

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    Is Dr. Gary Chien accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Chien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Chien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chien's office at (323) 783-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Chien?

    Please contact Dr. Chien's office at (323) 783-4011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chien's office located?

    Dr. Chien's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Chien have?

    Dr. Gary Chien is certified by the American Board of Urology.