Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Internist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Chienwei Chen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Chen completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (949) 551-1090.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine | University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Chen board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chienwei Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 an Internist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Impaired Glucose Tolerance
- Blood Glucose
- Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
- Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
- Glucose Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chienwei Chen 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. 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 (949) 551-1090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Chen in Irvine, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Chienwei Chen's Primary Practice
4050 Barranca Pkwy Ste 200
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 551-1090
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
MemorialCare Physician Society
Member
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 1992795256.
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. Chienwei Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Internist near Irvine, CA.
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. Chienwei Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chienwei Chen accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chienwei Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chienwei Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (949) 551-1090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chienwei Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (949) 551-1090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chienwei Chen have?
Dr. Chienwei Chen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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