28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chalunkal, Internist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Mathai Chalunkal, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chalunkal completed his residency at Topiwala National Medical College. Dr. Chalunkal is fluent in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chalunkal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chalunkal’s office.
Where did Dr. Chalunkal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Topiwala National Medical College | St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network
Medical School: Topiwala National Medical College
Is Dr. Chalunkal board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mathai Chalunkal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chalunkal speak?
Dr. Chalunkal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does Dr. Chalunkal treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Chalunkal 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. Chalunkal. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Chalunkal perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Mathai Chalunkal may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chalunkal's office.
Does Dr. Chalunkal accept my insurance?
Dr. Chalunkal 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. Chalunkal accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Chalunkal in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Chalunkal's office located?
What is Dr. Chalunkal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chalunkal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417148677.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chalunkal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chalunkal
What is Dr. Mathai Chalunkal's specialty?
Dr. Chalunkal is a Internist near Bethlehem, PA.
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. Chalunkal to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Mathai Chalunkal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chalunkal is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Anderson Campus 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 Internist?
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Is Mathai Chalunkal accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Mathai Chalunkal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mathai Chalunkal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chalunkal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mathai Chalunkal?
Please contact Dr. Chalunkal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mathai Chalunkal have?
Dr. Mathai Chalunkal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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