16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chai, Family Medicine Specialist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Carena Chai, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Chai graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed her residency at John Peter Smith Hospital (Tarrant County Hospital District) Program. Dr. Chai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chai’s office at (254) 313-4200.
Where did Dr. Chai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: John Peter Smith Hospital (Tarrant County Hospital District) Program
Medical School: University Of North Texas Health Science Center
Is Dr. Chai board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carena Chai, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chai speak?
Dr. Chai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chai typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Expressive Language Disorder
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Language Production Disorder
- Verbal Expression Difficulty
- Speech Output Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F801: Expressive language disorder
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chai typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chai 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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. Chai accept my insurance?
Dr. Chai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 313-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chai accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Chai in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AFLAC
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chai's office located?
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 1063579704.
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. Carena Chai's specialty?
Dr. Chai is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waco, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Carena Chai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chai is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest, Ascension Providence 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carena Chai accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carena Chai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carena Chai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chai's office at (254) 313-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carena Chai?
Please contact Dr. Chai's office at (254) 313-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carena Chai have?
Dr. Carena Chai is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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