Summary

Dr. Z. John Chen is a gastroenterologist who brings nearly four decades of clinical expertise to digestive health care. He earned his medical degree from Shanghai First Medical College and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Dr. Chen pursued advanced fellowship training at the University of Minnesota, where he served as a postdoctoral fellow and associate in immunology, virology, and gene therapy. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Chen practices at MNGI Digestive Health in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, and maintains hospital privileges at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital. He specializes in treating colon polyps and managing iron deficiency anemia. His expertise extends to addressing hiatal hernias and performing specialized procedures including pathology tests and various biopsy techniques. Patients rate Dr. Chen 3.9 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 39 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Minnesota, Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate in Immunology, Virology and Gene Therapy
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

MNGI Digestive Health - Coon Rapids Endoscopy Center & Clinic

9145 Springbrook Drive NW #200 / #300Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
39 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Coon Rapids , MNMontgomery , ALMinneapolis , MNMinneapolis , MN
Med School: Shanghai Medical University, Shanghai First Medical University Med School: Georgia State University Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Z. John Chen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Z. John Chen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Z. John Chen has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Kidney Dialysis (Renal Dialysis)
  • Plasmapheresis
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Z. John Chen holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Minnesota, Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate in Immunology, Virology and Gene Therapy in 1993.

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Internal Medicine and University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals.

Medical School

Graduated from Shanghai Medical University, Shanghai First Medical University and Shanghai First Med Coll- Shanghai- (Natl Shanghai M C) in 1987.

NPI Number

Z. John Chen's NPI number is 1013980440.

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Z. John Chen is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital.
Where is Z. John Chen's office located?
Z. John Chen's office is located at 9145 Springbrook Drive NW #200 / #300, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433.

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