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Dr. Chitra Chandran, MD

Richmond, CA

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chandran, Internist in Richmond, CA?

    Dr. Chitra Chandran, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chandran completed her residency at Bergen Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chandran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandran’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandran’s office at (415) 206-6913.

    Where did Dr. Chandran go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Bergen Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Chandran board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Chitra Chandran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chandran speak?

    Dr. Chandran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chandran treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Chandran diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chandran. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Chandran perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chitra Chandran may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chandran's office.

    Does Dr. Chandran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chandran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-6913 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chandran accept in Richmond, CA?

    Dr. Chandran in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Chandran's office located?

    Dr. Chitra Chandran's Primary Practice

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

    (415) 206-6913

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    Dr. Chitra Chandran's Practice 2

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Piedmont, CA 94611

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    Dr. Chitra Chandran's Practice 3

    3701 Broadway

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (510) 752-1000

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    What is Dr. Chandran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chandran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487820866.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandran?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandran

    What is Dr. Chitra Chandran's specialty?

    Dr. Chandran is a Internist near Richmond, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Chandran to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chitra Chandran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chandran is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Chitra Chandran accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chitra Chandran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chitra Chandran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chandran's office at (415) 206-6913 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chitra Chandran?

    Please contact Dr. Chandran's office at (415) 206-6913 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chitra Chandran have?

    Dr. Chitra Chandran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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