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Dr. Anita Chekuri, MD

Anaheim, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chekuri, Internist in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Anita Chekuri, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Anaheim, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chekuri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chekuri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chekuri’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Chekuri speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chekuri typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Chekuri 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. Chekuri. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chekuri typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Chekuri may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chekuri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chekuri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chekuri accept in Anaheim, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chekuri's office located?

    Dr. Anita Chekuri's Primary Practice

    5475 E La Palma Ave

    Anaheim, CA 92807

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    Dr. Anita Chekuri's Practice 2

    9333 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

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    Dr. Anita Chekuri's Practice 3

    9449 Imperial Hwy

    Downey, CA 90242

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

    Dr. Chekuri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700180775.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chekuri?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Chekuri's specialty?

    Dr. Chekuri is an Internist near Anaheim, 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 Dr. Anita Chekuri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chekuri is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Anita Chekuri accepting new patients in Anaheim, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Chekuri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Chekuri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chekuri's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anita Chekuri?

    Please contact Dr. Chekuri's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chekuri's office located?

    Dr. Chekuri's offices are located in Anaheim, CA, Bellflower, CA, and Downey, CA.