Summary

Dr. Robert Chen is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 29 years of experience in family medicine, he provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. Dr. Chen is fluent in Chinese, English, and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Chen practices at Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz and Dignity Health Medical Group Dominican in Capitola, California. He specializes in managing high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes, helping patients maintain better control of these common conditions. His practice also focuses on preventive care through vaccinations, including flu shots, shingles vaccines, and COVID-19 boosters. Patients rate Dr. Chen 4.4 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 29 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 28 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Robert Ping Chen has 2 locations

Dignity Health Medical Group Dominican

528 Capitola AveCapitola, CA 95010
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dominican Hospital

1555 Soquel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Ping Chen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Ping Chen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Ping Chen has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Robert Ping Chen holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Chen's NPI number is 1003929720.

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Dr. Robert Chen speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish.
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