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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chowfin, Internist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Ashish Chowfin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chowfin graduated from Stanley Med College and completed his residency at Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program. Dr. Chowfin is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chowfin’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chowfin’s office at (417) 888-5658.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chowfin?
Dr. Ashish Chowfin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chowfin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Springfield, MO community, Dr. Chowfin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chowfin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program
Medical School: Christian Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Vellore- Tn- India | Stanley Med College
What languages does Dr. Chowfin speak?
Dr. Chowfin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chowfin typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chowfin 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. Chowfin. 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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chowfin typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Chowfin performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chowfin. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Chowfin accept my insurance?
Dr. Chowfin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 888-5658 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chowfin accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Chowfin in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chowfin's office located?
3100 Mc Lab And Imaging Services Whiteside
2115 S Fremont Ave Ste 3050
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 888-5658
What is Dr. Chowfin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chowfin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962560060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chowfin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chowfin
What is Dr. Ashish Chowfin's specialty?
Dr. Chowfin is a Internist near Springfield, MO.
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 this Dr. Ashish Chowfin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chowfin is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield 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 Ashish Chowfin accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Ashish Chowfin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashish Chowfin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chowfin's office at (417) 888-5658 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashish Chowfin?
Please contact Dr. Chowfin's office at (417) 888-5658 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Chowfin
3100 Mc Lab And Imaging Services Whiteside
2115 S Fremont Ave Ste 3050
Springfield, MO 65804