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Who is Dr. Chitanand, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Alicia Chitanand, DO is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA. Dr. Chitanand is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chitanand’s office.
What languages does Dr. Chitanand speak?
Dr. Chitanand and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chitanand typically treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chitanand 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. Chitanand. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chitanand typically perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alicia Chitanand may include:
- Certified Medical Examination for Athlete
- Exercise Counseling
- Platelet Rich Plasma Procedure
- Pre-Sports Evaluation
- Pre-Sports Physical
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Concussion
- Sports Injury Prevention
Please contact Dr. Chitanand's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chitanand accept my insurance?
Dr. Chitanand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chitanand accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Chitanand in Salinas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Santa Cruz County
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chitanand's office located?
What is Dr. Chitanand's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chitanand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841602729.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chitanand?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chitanand
What is Dr. Alicia Chitanand's specialty?
Dr. Chitanand is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Salinas, CA.
What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?
A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care.
Is this Dr. Alicia Chitanand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chitanand is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Leigh 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 Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist. 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 Alicia Chitanand accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alicia Chitanand is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alicia Chitanand offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chitanand's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alicia Chitanand?
Please contact Dr. Chitanand's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Chitanand
355 Abbott St Ste 100
Salinas, CA 93901