Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Charu, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Vivek Charu, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Charu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charu’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Charu speak?
Dr. Charu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Charu typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Charu 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. Charu. 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:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Inflammatory Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Hepatitis
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
- Liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
- K7589: Other specified inflammatory liver diseases
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Protein Leakage Syndrome
- Protein-losing Nephropathy
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N041: Nephrotic syndrome with focal and segmental glomerular lesions
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Charu typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivek Charu may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Charu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Charu accept my insurance?
Dr. Charu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Charu accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Charu in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Charu's office located?
Dr. Vivek Charu's Primary Practice
5555 W Las Positas Blvd
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(650) 723-4000
What is Dr. Charu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Charu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164964466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Charu
What is Dr. Vivek Charu's specialty?
Dr. Charu is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Pleasanton, 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 this Dr. Vivek Charu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Charu is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, San Mateo Medical Center, Eden 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vivek Charu accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Charu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Charu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Charu's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Charu?
Please contact Dr. Charu's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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