Summary

Dr. Ted Chen has practiced internal medicine for 33 years. He treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, obesity and overweight, and tobacco use disorder, and sees patients in Downey, California. Dr. Chen earned his medical degree from the University of California Irvine College of Medicine and completed his residency at Kaiser Foundation Hospitals. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Chen 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 33 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • Kaiser Foundation Hospitals
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ted Shihyu Chen has 3 locations

Kaiser Permanente Internal Medicine

9449 Imperial HwyDowney, CA 90242
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Downey Regional Medical Center

11500 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90241

Saint Francis Medical Center

3630 E Imperial HwyLynwood, CA 90262

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Dr. Ted Shihyu Chen, MDDr. Suma Oommen, MDDr. Norman Chien, MDDr. Michael Duffy, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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4.5 
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33 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Tamil Speaks English Speaks English
Downey , CALake Forest , CAPasadena , CABeverly Hills , CA
Med School: University Of California Irvine School Of Medicine Med School: Christian Medical College Med School: National Taiwan University College of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ted Shihyu Chen

  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ted Shihyu Chen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ted Shihyu Chen has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Stroke
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Ted Shihyu 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 Kaiser Foundation Hospitals.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Irvine School Of Medicine and University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Chen's NPI number is 1548312853.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Ted Chen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ted Chen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Ted Chen's office located?
Dr. Ted Chen's office is located at 9449 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA, 90242.
Does Dr. Ted Chen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ted Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Ted Chen accepting new patients?
Dr. Ted Chen has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ted Chen?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ted Chen here on Vitals.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards

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