28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shachar, Internist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Sharna Shachar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Shachar graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shachar is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shachar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shachar’s office at (619) 409-9999.
Where did Dr. Shachar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Shachar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sharna Shachar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shachar speak?
Dr. Shachar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shachar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shachar 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. Shachar. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shachar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sharna Shachar 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
Please contact Dr. Shachar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shachar accept my insurance?
Dr. Shachar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 409-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shachar accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Shachar in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shachar's office located?
What is Dr. Shachar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shachar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619904703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shachar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shachar
What is Dr. Sharna Shachar's specialty?
Dr. Shachar is a Internist near Chula Vista, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Sharna Shachar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shachar is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sharna Shachar accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sharna Shachar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharna Shachar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shachar's office at (619) 409-9999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharna Shachar?
Please contact Dr. Shachar's office at (619) 409-9999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharna Shachar have?
Dr. Sharna Shachar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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