33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Hauppauge, NY?
Dr. Chih-Shan Chen, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hauppauge, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen graduated from Chung Shan Medical University and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Dermatology; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the AAD Membership, The Wound Healing Society Society for Investigative Dermatology American College of Mohs Surgery Am, and Suffolk County Dermatologic Society American Society of Dermatologic Surgery Association of Academi. 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 (631) 863-5122.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stony Brook University Medical Centr | SUNY @ Stony Brook
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Dermatology; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine | Yale-New Haven Hospital | Stony Brook University Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals | University Hospital - SUNY at Stony Brook Program
Medical School: Chung-Shan Medical And Dental College | Chung Shan Medical University
Is Dr. Chen board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Chih-Shan Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology , American Board of Dermatology since 1999, American Board of Dermatology since 2007
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 MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, 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:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Early Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
- Precancerous skin cells on face
- Non-invasive skin cancer of face
- Stage 0 skin cancer of face
- BCC on Right Leg
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Skin Cancer on Right Hip
- Right Lower Limb BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C44712: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
What procedures does Dr. Chen perform?
As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Chen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
- Mohs Surgery (Additional Stage)
- Mohs Surgery
- Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Excision
- Precision Skin Cancer Removal
- Mohs surgery body
- Skin cancer removal trunk
- Micrographic surgery arms
- Precise skin cancer surgery legs
- Mohs micrographic surgery
- Skin cancer removal with mapping
- Staged skin cancer surgery
CPT Codes:
- 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
- 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
- 17314: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Mohs Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Confocal Microscopy
- RCM Skin Scan
- Reflectance Confocal Microscopy
- Skin Cancer Imaging
- Cellular Skin Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 96931: Reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM) for cellular and sub-cellular imaging of skin; image acquisition and interpretation and report, first lesion
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 863-5122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Hauppauge, NY?
Dr. Chen in Hauppauge, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Chih-Shan Chen's Primary Practice
800 Veterans Memorial Hwy
Hauppauge, NY 11788
(631) 863-5122
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AAD Membership
Fellow
The Wound Healing Society Society for Investigative Dermatology American College of Mohs Surgery Am
Member
Suffolk County Dermatologic Society American Society of Dermatologic Surgery Association of Academi
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 1891766671.
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. Chih-Shan Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Hauppauge, NY. Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S. Contact Dr. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chih-Shan Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center 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
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Is Chih-Shan Chen accepting new patients in Hauppauge, NY?
Yes, Dr. Chih-Shan Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chih-Shan Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (631) 863-5122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chih-Shan Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (631) 863-5122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chih-Shan Chen have?
Dr. Chih-Shan Chen is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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