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Who is Dr. Chawla, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Shelly Chawla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chawla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chawla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chawla’s office at (310) 319-4698.
What languages does Dr. Chawla speak?
Dr. Chawla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chawla typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chawla 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. Chawla. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chawla typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shelly Chawla may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chawla accept my insurance?
Dr. Chawla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 319-4698 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chawla accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Chawla in Santa Monica, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chawla's office located?
Dr. Shelly Chawla's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 319-4698
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shelly Chawla?
Dr. Chawla has appointments available at her Santa Monica, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Chawla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chawla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447664636.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chawla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chawla
What is Dr. Shelly Chawla's specialty?
Dr. Chawla is a Internist near Santa Monica, 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 this Dr. Shelly Chawla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chawla is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Adventist Health Glendale, Los Angeles General 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 Shelly Chawla accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shelly Chawla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shelly Chawla offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chawla, or call (310) 319-4698 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Shelly Chawla?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (310) 319-4698 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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