Summary

As a physician-scientist and board-certified medical oncologist. I am devoted to the care of cancer patients in the clinic and to gaining knowledge in the laboratory of how cancers develop. My research focus is on the pathogenesis and treatment of prostate cancer.

Office Location

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 24 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Yu Chen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage (City of NY retirees only starting 9/1/23)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield New York
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ
  • Blue Cross Health Plus
  • Carrum Health
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Emblem
  • Emblem Essential
  • Emblem Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Essential
  • Empire Plan / NYSHIP (Blue Cross/UnitedHealthcare split plan)
  • Fidelis
  • Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP
  • Fidelis Medicare Advantage
  • First Health
  • Healthfirst
  • Healthfirst Managed Medicaid
  • Healthfirst Medicare Advantage
  • HealthSmart
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (PPO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier I (EPO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier II (EPO)
  • Horizon Medicare Advantage
  • Husky CT Medicaid
  • MagnaCare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Yu Chen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Yu Chen has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Cancerous Tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Metastasis
  • Oncologist
  • Urinary Bladder Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center2011

Residency

Brigham and Womens Hospital2005

Medical School

Cornell University Medical CollegeGraduated in 2002

Other Providers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Yu Chen's office located?
Dr. Yu Chen's office is located at 353 E 68th St, New York, NY, 10065.
Does Dr. Yu Chen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Yu Chen accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Yu Chen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Yu Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yu Chen affiliated with?
Dr. Yu Chen is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
What languages does Dr. Yu Chen speak?
Dr. Yu Chen speaks English.

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