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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Interventional Cardiologist in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Michael Chen, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Chen graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (301) 670-3000.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Chen may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Chen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 670-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Chen in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Michael Chen's Primary Practice
15225 Shady Grove Rd Ste 201
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 670-3000
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 1184650954.
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 a Interventional Cardiologist near Rockville, MD.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Michael Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Frederick Health Hospital, Speare Memorial Hospital, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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 Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Chen accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?
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 (301) 670-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (301) 670-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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