MDVIP - Steven Y. Chen, MD

The annual membership fee at MDVIP - Steven Y. Chen, MD is $2,400 per year. Members can pay quarterly at $600, semi-annually at $1,200, or annually. This fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program and the advanced preventive services the practice provides.

Yes. Dr. Chen's practice accepts insurance for medical services such as sick visits. The annual membership fee covers preventive services that insurance typically does not cover, including advanced screenings and diagnostic testing. The practice continues to bill insurance and collect copays, co-insurance, and deductibles for covered services.

Yes. The practice offers same- and next-day appointments. Members do not need to wait weeks to see Dr. Chen, and visits allow adequate time for thorough discussion of health concerns.

Yes. Members can reach Dr. Chen by phone after hours and on weekends. He makes himself available for urgent concerns outside of regular office hours.

The MDVIP Wellness Program delivers comprehensive health screenings, advanced diagnostic tests, and a personalized wellness plan. Dr. Chen uses these tools to detect health issues early and track key indicators over time. The annual membership fee covers this program.

The practice handles preventive care, chronic illness management, and acute illness care. Dr. Chen treats hypertension, hyperlipidemia, thyroid disorders, and diabetes, including insulin pump management. He also addresses general family medicine needs for adult patients.

Prospective patients can request to join by contacting the practice directly or through the MDVIP website. The office is located at 3300 Buena Vista Road, Building K, Suite 2, in Bakersfield. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Yes. Dr. Chen speaks English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese fluently. Patients who prefer to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese can do so comfortably during their appointments.

Dr. Chen's practice maintains a smaller panel than traditional primary care practices.