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Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith-Chakmakova, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in South Lake Tahoe, CA?

    Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Dr. Smith-Chakmakova is fluent in English, Bulgarian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith-Chakmakova’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith-Chakmakova’s office at (530) 541-3420.

    What languages does Dr. Smith-Chakmakova speak?

    Dr. Smith-Chakmakova and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Bulgarian
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Smith-Chakmakova typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Smith-Chakmakova 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. Smith-Chakmakova. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Smith-Chakmakova typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova may include:

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

    Does Dr. Smith-Chakmakova accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith-Chakmakova accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 541-3420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith-Chakmakova accept in South Lake Tahoe, CA?

    Dr. Smith-Chakmakova in South Lake Tahoe, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Smith-Chakmakova's office located?

    Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova's Primary Practice

    2170 South Ave

    South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

    (530) 541-3420

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    What hospitals are Dr. Smith-Chakmakova affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Smith-Chakmakova has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Barton Memorial Hospital,South Lake Tahoe, CA

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

    Dr. Smith-Chakmakova's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831411933.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith-Chakmakova?

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

    What is Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova's specialty?

    Dr. Smith-Chakmakova is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near South Lake Tahoe, CA.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith-Chakmakova is affiliated with Carson Valley Health Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova accepting new patients in South Lake Tahoe, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith-Chakmakova's office at (530) 541-3420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Faye Smith-Chakmakova?

    Please contact Dr. Smith-Chakmakova's office at (530) 541-3420 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smith-Chakmakova's office located?

    Dr. Smith-Chakmakova's office is located in South Lake Tahoe, CA.