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Who is Dr. Chaichian, Rheumatologist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Yashaar Chaichian, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chaichian is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chaichian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chaichian’s office.
Is Dr. Chaichian board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Yashaar Chaichian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chaichian speak?
Dr. Chaichian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Chaichian typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Chaichian 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. Chaichian. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
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
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Chaichian typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Yashaar Chaichian may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Chaichian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chaichian accept my insurance?
Dr. Chaichian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chaichian accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Chaichian in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chaichian's office located?
Dr. Yashaar Chaichian's Primary Practice
170 Alameda de las Pulgas
Redwood City, CA 94062
What is Dr. Chaichian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chaichian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174788103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chaichian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chaichian
What is Dr. Yashaar Chaichian's specialty?
Dr. Chaichian is a Rheumatologist near Redwood City, CA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Yashaar Chaichian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chaichian is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Renown Regional Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Novato Community Hospital 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
When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yashaar Chaichian accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yashaar Chaichian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yashaar Chaichian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chaichian's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yashaar Chaichian?
Please contact Dr. Chaichian's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yashaar Chaichian have?
Dr. Yashaar Chaichian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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