29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Kalamazoo, MI?
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Grant Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; St Barnabas Med Ctr, General Surgery | St Barnabas Medical Center Program
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Chen board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Michael Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery
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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Polyp Removal
- Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
Also known as:
- Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam
- Rectal Scope Exam
- Anus Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 226-5456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Chen in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthScope
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Chen affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?A 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 1215904305.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chen