Dr. Chitra Lal, MD
Charleston, SC
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lal, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Chitra Lal, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. She is board certified. Dr. Lal graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College and completed her residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lal is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lal’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lal’s office at (843) 792-1414.
Where did Dr. Lal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Maulana Azad Medical College
Is Dr. Lal board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chitra Lal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lal speak?
Dr. Lal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lal typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lal 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. Lal. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lal typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chitra Lal may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Lal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lal accept my insurance?
Dr. Lal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lal accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Lal in Charleston, SC 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 South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lal's office located?
What is Dr. Lal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437197175.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lal
What is Dr. Chitra Lal's specialty?
Dr. Lal is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Charleston, SC.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Chitra Lal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lal is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center 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
When to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chitra Lal accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Chitra Lal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chitra Lal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lal's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chitra Lal?
Please contact Dr. Lal's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chitra Lal have?
Dr. Chitra Lal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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