Summary

Dr. Wei Chung Chen treats colon polyps, diverticular disease, and hemorrhoids, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He practices gastroenterology in Pasadena, California, with 15 years of experience.

Dr. Chen earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at Methodist Hospital. He speaks English and Mandarin. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Chen 4.73 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 15 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Mandarin
  • Methodist Hospital
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Unio Specialty Care - Gastroenterology

50 Alessandro Pl Ste 410Pasadena, CA 91105

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Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wei Chung Chen

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareMore
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Elderplan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wei Chung Chen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wei Chung Chen has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Wei Chung 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 Methodist Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Chen's NPI number is 1699066381.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wei Chung Chen?
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Is Dr. Wei Chung Chen accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Wei Chung Chen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Wei Chung Chen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Wei Chung Chen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Wei Chung Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Wei Chung Chen speak?
Dr. Wei Chung Chen speaks English and Mandarin.

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