49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chhokar, Specialist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Rajinder Chhokar, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. She has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chhokar completed her residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Cardiovascular Diseases; Sinai-Grace Hosp/Grace Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chhokar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chhokar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chhokar’s office at (706) 322-0528.
Where did Dr. Chhokar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Cardiovascular Diseases; Sinai-Grace Hosp/Grace Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Chhokar board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rajinder Chhokar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chhokar speak?
Dr. Chhokar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Chhokar treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Chhokar 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. Chhokar. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Does Dr. Chhokar accept my insurance?
Dr. Chhokar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 322-0528 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chhokar accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Chhokar in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chhokar's office located?
Dr. Rajinder Chhokar's Primary Practice
2300 Manchester Expy Ste H202
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 322-0528
What is Dr. Chhokar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chhokar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215039714.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chhokar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chhokar
What is Dr. Rajinder Chhokar's specialty?
Dr. Chhokar is a Specialist near Columbus, GA. Contact Dr. Chhokar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rajinder Chhokar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chhokar is affiliated with St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus 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 Specialist?
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Is Rajinder Chhokar accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Rajinder Chhokar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajinder Chhokar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chhokar's office at (706) 322-0528 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajinder Chhokar?
Please contact Dr. Chhokar's office at (706) 322-0528 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajinder Chhokar have?
Dr. Rajinder Chhokar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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