Lea Ann Chen, M.D.

Gastroenterology Internal Medicine

Lea Ann Chen is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in New Brunswick, NJ with over 20 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(732) 828-3000New Brunswick, NJ
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Lea Ann Chen, M.D. has been part of the New Brunswick medical community since 2008 in group practice. She has been in practice for 20+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).

1 of 257 Internal Medicine providers in NJSee all Internal Medicine in New Brunswick20+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 1765dNPPES updated 2021-07-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1928

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+18%)50%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-5%)44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+21%)43%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+12%)42%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+19%)41%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+6%)40%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

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. Board certified · Jul 22, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 20 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RG0100X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 829642, Philadelphia, PA 19182-9642

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lea Ann Chen

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Lea Ann Chen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to New Brunswick required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lea Ann Chen

NPI records show Dr. Chen as active with telehealth listed in New Brunswick, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (732) 828-3000.

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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