Gilbert S Chen, MD

Emergency Medicine

Gilbert S Chen is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Burien, WA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(206) 244-9970Burien, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across WA can see Gilbert S Chen, MD in person in Burien or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Washington School of Medicine graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 38% of reporting doctors in Washington
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 4 Emergency Medicine providers in WASee all Emergency Medicine in Burien20+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 170dNPPES updated 2025-12-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

16251 Sylvester Rd Sw, Burien, WA 98166-3017

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-11%)59%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+1%)35%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-14%)35%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)30%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2006

    University of Washington School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Dec 3, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 20 years in practice

    Experienced

Emergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

Taxonomy: 207P00000X

Education & Training

University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 2006)

Virtual Emergency Medicine Care With Gilbert S Chen

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Gilbert S Chen for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Burien required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gilbert S Chen

NPI records show Dr. Chen as active with telehealth listed in Burien, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 244-9970.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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