Dr. Herbert Chen
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 29 years
- Graduated from: Duke University School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1992
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1366407033
Dr. Herbert Chen MD
Oncological Surgeon
He is located at 1717 6th Avenue South in Birmingham, AL 35233. Can help patients with the following: Appendicitis, Boils, Enlarged Spleen, Esophageal Cancer, Gangrene, Ulcerative Colitis. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366407033. Appointment can be made via the phone number (800) 822-8816. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 2 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Herbert Chen, being an oncological surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Herbert Chen.
- Achalasia
- Anal Fissure
- Appendicitis
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Boils
- Breast Cancer
- Cancer
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Colon Cancer
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyst
- Diverticulosis
- Enlarged Spleen
- Esophageal Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gallstones
- Gangrene
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Lymphedema
- Melanoma
- Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL)
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pheochromocytoma (PCC)
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer
- Ulcerative Colitis
Procedures Performed by Dr. Herbert Chen
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Herbert Chen as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter of Alabama
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 18 plans from Ambetter of Alabama
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Herbert Chen is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Herbert Chen is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Surgical Oncology .
Bills through: University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, Pc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| GlaxoSmithKline | $1100 |
| Novo Nordisk | $1100 |
| Medical Device Business Services | $543 |
Other
| Consulting | $2200 |
| Travel and Lodging | $505 |
| Food and Beverage | $161 |
Studies
DUKE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1992Additional Specialities
- Surgeon
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- Address: 619 19th Street South Birmingham, 35233, AL
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- Address: 2000 6th Avenue South Birmingham, 35233, AL
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- Address: 619 19th Street South Birmingham, 35233, AL
Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Herbert Chen treat?
Dr. Herbert Chen provides treatment for Appendicitis, Boils, Enlarged Spleen, Esophageal Cancer, Gangrene, Ulcerative Colitis. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Herbert Chen?
Dr. Herbert Chen's office is located at 1717 6th Avenue South in Birmingham, AL 35233.
Has Dr. Herbert Chen affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Herbert Chen is affiliated with UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA HOSPITAL. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Does Dr. Herbert Chen accept patients with Ambetter of Alabama?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Chen is listed in-network for Ambetter of Alabama through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Does Dr. Herbert Chen have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Herbert Chen is affiliated with University of Alabama Health Services Foundation.