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Dr. Sharon Chen, MD

Dr. Sharon Chen, MD

Palo Alto, CA

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    Who is Dr. Chen, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Sharon Chen, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Chen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Pediatrics. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (650) 497-8000.

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

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Pediatrics | University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine | University of California

    Is Dr. Chen board certified in Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sharon Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Staph Infection
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • Staphylococcus aureus infection
    • MSSA infection
    • Golden staph infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4901: Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus infection, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial Disease
    • Germ Infection
    • Microbial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Chen perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Palo Alto, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Sharon Chen's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    Human Parvovirus B19 in Solid Organ Transplantation

    AMERICAN JOURL OF TRANSPLANTATION, 2013

    Conversion From Tacrolimus/Mycophenolic Acid to Tacrolimus/Leflunomide to Treat Cutaneous Warts

    TRANSPLANTATION, 2012

    Antiviral CD8 T cells in the control of primary human cytomegalovirus infection in early childhood

    JOURL OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES, 2004

    Persistent and selective deficiency of CD4

    JOURL OF IMMUNOLOGY, 2004

    Mycobacterium bovis disease in a pediatric rel transplant patient

    PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURL, 2006

    Staphylococcus aureus decolonization

    PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURL, 2005

    Acute retil necrosis syndrome in a child

    PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURL, 2002

    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 1952338741.

    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. Sharon Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Chen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?

    Explore Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist 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 Sharon Chen accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Sharon Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sharon Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sharon Chen have?

    Dr. Sharon Chen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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