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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chitkara, Specialist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Puja Chitkara, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Chitkara graduated from Assam Medical College and completed her residency at St Luke's Hospital Program. Dr. Chitkara is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chitkara’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chitkara’s office at (619) 623-3000.
Where did Dr. Chitkara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke's Hospital Program
Medical School: Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh University | Assam Medical College
What languages does Dr. Chitkara speak?
Dr. Chitkara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Chitkara treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Chitkara 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. Chitkara. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M05741: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Right Hand Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Sore Right Hand Joints
- Aching Right Hand Joints
- Right Hand Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25541: Pain in joints of right hand
Also known as:
- Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Hand discomfort
- Aching hand
- Pain in palm or fingers
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79643: Pain in unspecified hand
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
Also known as:
- Erosive Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Erosive Arthritis
- Inflammatory Osteoarthritis
- Destructive Joint Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M154: Erosive (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Does Dr. Chitkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Chitkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 623-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chitkara accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Chitkara in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chitkara's office located?
Dr. Puja Chitkara's Primary Practice
765 Medical Center Ct Ste 216
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 623-3000
What is Dr. Chitkara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chitkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871718189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chitkara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chitkara
What is Dr. Puja Chitkara's specialty?
Dr. Chitkara is a Specialist near Chula Vista, CA. Contact Dr. Chitkara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Puja Chitkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chitkara is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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
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Is Puja Chitkara accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Puja Chitkara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Puja Chitkara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chitkara's office at (619) 623-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Puja Chitkara?
Please contact Dr. Chitkara's office at (619) 623-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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