Summary

Dr. Karen Chen is an internal medicine physician with two decades of experience caring for patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and has dedicated her career to comprehensive adult healthcare. Dr. Chen provides care in English to ensure clear communication with her patients.

Dr. Chen practices at Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill Medical Center in Washington, DC, and maintains an affiliation with Rush University Medical Center. She specializes in treating sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea and sleep apnea in children. Her clinical expertise includes administering preventive care such as shingles vaccines and managing diabetes care with insulin pen devices.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 20 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

KAISER PERMANENTE CAPITOL HILL MEDICAL CENTER

700 2nd St NEWashington, DC 20002
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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20 Years of Experience 3 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Washington , DCGaithersburg , MDGermantown , MDFairfax , VA
Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine Med School: Shenandoah University Med School: Salus University Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Tapawan Chen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Tapawan Chen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Tapawan Chen has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of The Philippines Manila College Of MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Karen Chen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Karen Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Karen Chen's office located?
Dr. Karen Chen's office is located at 700 2nd St NE, Washington, DC, 20002.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Chen affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Chen is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center.
Does Dr. Karen Chen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Karen Chen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Karen Chen speak?
Dr. Karen Chen speaks English.

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