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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chilappa, Rheumatologist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Chandrasekhar Chilappa, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Chilappa is fluent in English, Chinese, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chilappa’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chilappa’s office at (816) 276-9800.
Where did Dr. Chilappa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kakatiya Medical College, Ntr University Of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Chilappa speak?
Dr. Chilappa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Chilappa treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Chilappa 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. Chilappa. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Synovitis
- Inflamed Tendons
ICD-10 Codes:
- M659: Synovitis and tenosynovitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chilappa perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chandrasekhar Chilappa may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chilappa's office.
Does Dr. Chilappa accept my insurance?
Dr. Chilappa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 276-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chilappa accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Chilappa in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chilappa's office located?
Dr. Chandrasekhar Chilappa's Primary Practice
2330 E Meyer Blvd Ste 101
Kansas City, MO 64132
(816) 276-9800
Dr. Chandrasekhar Chilappa's Practice 3
2700 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 400
North Kansas City, MO 64116
What is Dr. Chilappa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chilappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225041221.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chilappa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chilappa
What is Dr. Chandrasekhar Chilappa's specialty?
Dr. Chilappa is a Rheumatologist near Kansas City, MO. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Chilappa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chandrasekhar Chilappa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chilappa is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Chandrasekhar Chilappa accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Chandrasekhar Chilappa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chandrasekhar Chilappa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chilappa's office at (816) 276-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chandrasekhar Chilappa?
Please contact Dr. Chilappa's office at (816) 276-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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