Dr. Caressa Chen, MD
General Surgery
8+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Caressa Chen
Caressa Chen, MD is a healthcare provider.
Specialty Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
8
Years Experience
2
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2018
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program | — | |
| Illinois | 1063918050 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Caressa Chen
In their first decade of practice, Dr. Caressa Chen represents the newer generation of general surgery providers, MD, after earning their medical degree at Other in 2018. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063918050, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Caressa Chen received $1K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$1K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 53792
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Caressa Chen
What does Dr. Caressa Chen specialize in?
Dr. Caressa Chen specializes in General Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Student In An Organized Health Care Education/training Program.
Where does Dr. Caressa Chen practice?
Dr. Caressa Chen practices at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Caressa Chen accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Caressa Chen accepts Medicare assignment. Call the practice directly to confirm Medicare acceptance for your specific plan.
What is Dr. Caressa Chen's NPI number?
Dr. Caressa Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063918050. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Caressa Chen been practicing?
Dr. Caressa Chen has approximately 8 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2018.