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Dr. James Chen, MD
Overview of Dr. James Chen, MD
Dr. James Chen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in San Francisco, CA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. They graduated from University of California, Davis School of Medicine and is affiliated with Saint Francis Memorial Hospital and St. Mary's Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Chen an average 4.8 star rating.
Dr. Chen works at
Dr. Chen's Office Locations
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St. Mary's Medical Center450 Stanyan St, San Francisco, CA 94117 Directions (415) 668-1000
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San Francsico Surgery Center450 Sutter St Rm 500, San Francisco, CA 94108 Directions (415) 900-3000
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Admitting Hospitals
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Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.
- Saint Francis Memorial Hospital
- St. Mary's Medical Center
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- Aetna
- American Medical Security
- Anthem
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
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- Brown & Toland Physicians
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- MultiPlan
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- UnitedHealthCare
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About Dr. James Chen, MD
- Orthopedic Surgery
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- 18 years of experience
- English, Chinese, Mandarin, Mandarin and Spanish
- 1306040548
Education & Certifications
- University of California San Francisco
- University Of Hawaii Queens Medical Center
- University of California, Davis School of Medicine
- Swarthmore College
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
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Dr. Chen accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Chen has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
Dr. Chen works at
Dr. Chen has seen patients for Knee Ligament Tears, Meniscus Tear and Internal Derangement of Knee, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Chen on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
Dr. Chen speaks Chinese, Mandarin, Mandarin and Spanish.
80 patients have reviewed Dr. Chen. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Chen.
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