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Dr. Shashwati Kale, MD

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kale, Family Medicine Specialist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Shashwati Kale, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Kale graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Kale is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kale’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kale’s office at (408) 223-8118.

    Where did Dr. Kale go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Family Medicine | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: G R Med Coll, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, Mp, India | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine | Gajraraja Medical College

    Is Dr. Kale board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shashwati Kale, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kale speak?

    Dr. Kale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Marathi

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kale typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kale 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. Kale. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kale typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shashwati Kale may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kale's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kale accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 223-8118 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kale accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Kale in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Assurant

    • Blue Shield of California

    • California Water Service Group

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kale's office located?

    Dr. Shashwati Kale's Primary Practice

    2690 S White Rd Ste 200

    San Jose, CA 95148

    (408) 223-8118

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kale affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kale has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital,Mountain View, CA
    Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA

    What is Dr. Kale's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306944459.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kale?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kale

    What is Dr. Shashwati Kale's specialty?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Shashwati Kale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kale is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Shashwati Kale accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shashwati Kale is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shashwati Kale offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kale's office at (408) 223-8118 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shashwati Kale?

    Please contact Dr. Kale's office at (408) 223-8118 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kale's office located?

    Dr. Kale's office is located in San Jose, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shashwati Kale have?

    Dr. Shashwati Kale is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.