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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Esther Chen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Chen completed her residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (415) 420-6435.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny
Is Dr. Chen board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Esther Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Chen perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Esther Chen may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chen's office.
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 420-6435 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Chen in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Esther Chen's Primary Practice
505 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 420-6435
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 1821037342.
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. Esther Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Esther Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Esther Chen accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Esther Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Esther Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (415) 420-6435 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Esther Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (415) 420-6435 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Esther Chen have?
Dr. Esther Chen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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