Summary

Dr. Walter Chien is a cardiovascular disease specialist who also practices internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed his residency at Community Medical Center. With over four decades of experience in cardiology, Dr. Chien brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Chien is affiliated with Doctors Medical Center of Modesto and practices at locations throughout Stockton, Rancho Cordova, Folsom, and Carmichael, California. He specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation and cardiac arrhythmias, as well as managing high blood pressure. His expertise includes performing heart monitoring tests such as electrocardiograms and various types of echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given Dr. Chien an average rating of 4.3 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 42 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Community Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Walter Waitak Chien has 5 locations

Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton

1901 N California StStockton, CA 95204
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dignity Health Advanced Imaging

3400 Data DrRancho Cordova, CA 95670
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Medical Group

2800 N California St Ste 8Stockton, CA 95204

Mercy Hospital Of Folsom

1650 Creekside DrFolsom, CA 95630

Mercy San Juan Medical Center

6501 Coyle AveCarmichael, CA 95608

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Dr. Walter Waitak Chien, MDMilind Dhond, MDJeffrey Breneisen, MDDr. Raghav Sharma, MD
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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.8 
42 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi
Stockton , CAFairfield , CAFairfield , CAWinter Park , FL
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Guys Hospital Medical School Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Waitak Chien

  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter Waitak Chien has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter Waitak Chien has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Walter Waitak Chien 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 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Community Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Chien's NPI number is 1386615631.

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Dr. Walter Chien speaks Spanish and Chinese.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Chien affiliated with?
Dr. Walter Chien is affiliated with Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto.

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