Question 1

Is Dr. Andrew Liu-Chen accepting new patients?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dr. Andrew Liu-Chen is currently accepting new patients at both his Downtown Los Angeles and Burbank offices. He accepts a wide range of insurance plans including Medi-Cal, Medicare, and HMO plans through Regal Medical Group, Healthcare LA IPA, and Optum. Call (213) 977-1176 to schedule an appointment or message through the contact page.

Question 2

What insurance does Dr. Liu-Chen accept?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Liu-Chen accepts most major insurance plans including Medi-Cal, Medicare, and HMO plans through Regal Medical Group, Healthcare LA IPA, and Optum. He is proud to provide urologic care to all Angelenos regardless of insurance type. Please call (213) 977-1176 to verify your specific plan.

Question 3

What is Aquablation therapy for BPH?

Accepted Answer

Aquablation therapy is a robotic-assisted, heat-free waterjet procedure used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate. It uses real-time ultrasound imaging to create a surgical map, then a robotically-controlled waterjet removes the obstructing prostate tissue. Aquablation can treat prostates of any size and has low rates of sexual side effects compared to traditional BPH surgeries. Dr. Liu-Chen performs Aquablation at his Los Angeles practice.

Question 4

Does Dr. Liu-Chen perform robotic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Dr. Liu-Chen completed a fellowship in Robotic Urologic Oncology and Minimally Invasive Surgery at USC under the leadership of Dr. Inderbir Gill, a pioneer of robotic surgery. He performs robotic-assisted prostatectomy for prostate cancer, robotic nephrectomy for kidney cancer, and Aquablation for BPH.

Question 5

Where are Dr. Liu-Chen's offices located?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Liu-Chen has two offices in the Los Angeles area. His Downtown Los Angeles office is at 1127 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1618, Los Angeles, CA 90017, adjacent to Good Samaritan Hospital. His Burbank office is at 2211 W Magnolia Blvd, Suite 260, Burbank, CA 91506, with free parking available across the street. Both offices are easily accessible by freeway.

Question 6

What conditions does Dr. Liu-Chen treat?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Liu-Chen treats a full range of urologic conditions including prostate cancer, kidney cancer, bladder cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH/enlarged prostate), kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, hematuria (blood in urine), urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, nocturia, voiding dysfunction, and scrotal pain.

Question 7

What languages does Dr. Liu-Chen speak?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Liu-Chen speaks English, Mandarin Chinese, and conversational Spanish.

Question 8

How do I get a referral to see Dr. Liu-Chen with an HMO plan?

Accepted Answer

If you have an HMO plan through Regal Medical Group, Healthcare LA IPA, Optum, or another accepted HMO, you will typically need a referral from your primary care physician (PCP) to see a specialist like Dr. Liu-Chen. Contact your PCP and request a referral to Dr. Andrew Liu-Chen at the Urology Group of Southern California. Once the referral is processed, call (213) 977-1176 to schedule your appointment.