Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Wei-chung Chen

Gastroenterology
50 Alessandro Pl, 
Pasadena, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
2
conditions
50 Alessandro Pl, 
Pasadena, CA 

Overview

Wei-chung Chen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California.

Dr. Chen is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Chen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

USC , 2017 - 2018

Hospital Affiliations

Huntington Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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Highmark
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  • PPO
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  • INDEMNITY
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Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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LA Care
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Medicaid
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  • HMO
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Genesis Healthcare Partners
50 Alessandro Pl, Pasadena, CA 91105

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Chen has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

14 Total Publications

Endoscopic scar assessment after colorectal endoscopic mucosal resection scars: when is biopsy necessary (EMR Scar Assessment Project for Endoscope (ESCAPE) trial).
Endoscopic scar assessment after colorectal endoscopic mucosal resection scars: when is biopsy necessary (EMR Scar Assessment Project for Endoscope (ESCAPE) trial).
Journal: Gut
Published: April 04, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wei-chung Chen

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wei-chung Chen?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Wei-chung Chen by calling their office at 626-793-7114. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Wei-chung Chen a top-rated expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wei-chung Chen is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Wei-chung Chen specialize in?

While Dr. Wei-chung Chen is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Wei-chung Chen participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Wei-chung Chen has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. You can view a list of Dr. Wei-chung Chen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Wei-chung Chen accept my insurance?

Dr. Wei-chung Chen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 626-793-7114 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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