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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ch'en, Internist in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Frances Ch'en, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA. She has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Ch'en graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Or Health Science University Hospital. Dr. Ch'en is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ch'en’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ch'en’s office at (360) 882-2778.
Where did Dr. Ch'en go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Health Science University Hospital | Oregon Health & Science University Program
Medical School: Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ch'en speak?
Dr. Ch'en and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ch'en typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ch'en 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. Ch'en. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ch'en typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Frances Ch'en may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ch'en's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ch'en accept my insurance?
Dr. Ch'en accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 882-2778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ch'en accept in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Ch'en in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Humana
Medicare
Providence Health & Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ch'en's office located?
What is Dr. Ch'en's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ch'en's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891734018.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ch'en?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ch'en
What is Dr. Frances Ch'en's specialty?
Dr. Ch'en is a Internist near Vancouver, WA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Frances Ch'en affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ch'en is affiliated with Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Frances Ch'en accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?
Yes, Dr. Frances Ch'en is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frances Ch'en offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ch'en's office at (360) 882-2778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frances Ch'en?
Please contact Dr. Ch'en's office at (360) 882-2778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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