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Dr. Rachit Chawla, MD
Torrance, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chawla, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Rachit Chawla, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chawla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chawla’s office at (310) 781-3636.
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 a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Chawla typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Chawla typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachit Chawla may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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) 781-3636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chawla accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Chawla in Torrance, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Chawla's office located?
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 1225489065.
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. Rachit Chawla's specialty?
Dr. Chawla is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Torrance, CA.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Rachit Chawla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chawla is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachit Chawla accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rachit Chawla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachit Chawla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (310) 781-3636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachit Chawla?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (310) 781-3636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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