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Who is Dr. Chai, Gastroenterologist in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Krisna Chai, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chai’s office at (408) 851-1000.
Is Dr. Chai board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Krisna Chai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chai speak?
Dr. Chai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chai treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Chai 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. Chai. 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Other Cancer Screening
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- General Cancer Screening
- Unspecified Cancer Check
- Screening for Rare Cancers
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1289: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Liver Cysts at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Liver Disease
- Congenital Hepatic Cysts
- Polycystic Liver Disease (if applicable)
- Baby Liver Cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q446: Cystic disease of liver
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infectious and Parasitic Disease
- Infectious Disease
- Parasitic Disease
- Communicable Diseases
- Parasitic Infections
- Contagious Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8619: Personal history of other infectious and parasitic diseases
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Which procedures does Dr. Chai perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Krisna Chai may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chai's office.
Does Dr. Chai accept my insurance?
Dr. Chai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 851-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chai accept in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Chai in Santa Clara, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chai's office located?
Dr. Krisna Chai's Primary Practice
700 Lawrence Expy
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 851-1000
What is Dr. Chai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013007202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chai
What is Dr. Krisna Chai's specialty?
Dr. Chai is a Gastroenterologist near Santa Clara, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Chai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Krisna Chai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Santa Clara Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Krisna Chai accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Krisna Chai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krisna Chai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chai's office at (408) 851-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krisna Chai?
Please contact Dr. Chai's office at (408) 851-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Krisna Chai have?
Dr. Krisna Chai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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