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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Brian Chen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (415) 476-2131.
Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Flexible Or Transitional Year | McGaw Med Center Of Northwestern
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity
Is Dr. Chen board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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 Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-2131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Chen in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
Dr. Brian Chen's Primary Practice
505 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-2131
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 1285644419.
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. Brian Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Anesthesiologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Brian Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brian Chen accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (415) 476-2131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (415) 476-2131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Chen have?
Dr. Brian Chen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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