Summary

Dr. Z. John Chen is a gastroenterologist who earned his MD and PhD from Shanghai First Medical College. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Minnesota Medical School and pursued fellowship training at the University of Minnesota as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate in Immunology, Virology and Gene Therapy. With 39 years of clinical experience, Dr. Chen holds certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks English.

Dr. Chen practices at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital and sees patients in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. His expertise includes treating colon polyps, iron deficiency anemia, and hiatal hernia. He performs specialized procedures such as kidney transplant biopsies and nerve biopsies, along with pathology testing. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 39 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Minnesota, Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate in Immunology, Virology and Gene Therapy
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me

Office Location

MNGI Digestive Health - Coon Rapids Endoscopy Center & Clinic

9145 Springbrook Drive NW #200 / #300Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
4.7 
39 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Coon Rapids , MNMontgomery , ALMinneapolis , MNBloomington , MN
Med School: Shanghai Medical University, Shanghai First Medical University Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University of Iowa Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Z. John Chen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Z. John Chen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Z. John Chen has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Kidney Dialysis (Renal Dialysis)
  • Plasmapheresis
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Minnesota, Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate in Immunology, Virology and Gene Therapy1993

Residency

Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Internal Medicine
University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals

Medical School

Shanghai Medical University, Shanghai First Medical University
Shanghai First Med Coll- Shanghai- (Natl Shanghai M C)Graduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Z. John Chen's office located?
Dr. Z. John Chen's office is located at 9145 Springbrook Drive NW #200 / #300, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Z. John Chen?
You can find contact information for Dr. Z. John Chen here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Z. John Chen affiliated with?
Dr. Z. John Chen is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Z. John Chen speak?
Dr. Z. John Chen speaks English.
Does Dr. Z. John Chen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Z. John Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.

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