Dr. Sharon Chen, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Chen typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sharon Chen may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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 (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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Human Parvovirus B19 in Solid Organ Transplantation
, 2013
Conversion From Tacrolimus/Mycophenolic Acid to Tacrolimus/Leflunomide to Treat Cutaneous Warts
, 2012
Antiviral CD8 T cells in the control of primary human cytomegalovirus infection in early childhood
, 2004
Persistent and selective deficiency of CD4
, 2004
Mycobacterium bovis disease in a pediatric rel transplant patient
, 2006
Staphylococcus aureus decolonization
, 2005
Acute retil necrosis syndrome in a child
, 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.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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