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Who is Dr. Perez Chumbiauca, Rheumatologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Perez Chumbiauca is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perez Chumbiauca’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perez Chumbiauca’s office at (217) 274-5000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Perez Chumbiauca?
Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Perez Chumbiauca empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ankylosing Spondylitis, Arthritis, Connective Tissue Disorders, Lupus/SLE, Osteoarthritis, Polymyositis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Scleroderma, Vasculitis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Indianapolis, IN community, Dr. Perez Chumbiauca is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Perez Chumbiauca speak?
Dr. Perez Chumbiauca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Perez Chumbiauca typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Perez Chumbiauca 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. Perez Chumbiauca. 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:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Perez Chumbiauca typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Perez Chumbiauca's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Perez Chumbiauca accept my insurance?
Dr. Perez Chumbiauca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 274-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perez Chumbiauca accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Perez Chumbiauca in Indianapolis, IN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perez Chumbiauca's office located?
Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca's Primary Practice
550 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(217) 274-5000
Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca's Practice 2
4880 Century Plaza Rd Ste 250
Indianapolis, IN 46254
What is Dr. Perez Chumbiauca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perez Chumbiauca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003202763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perez Chumbiauca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perez Chumbiauca
What is Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca's specialty?
Dr. Perez Chumbiauca is a Rheumatologist near Indianapolis, IN.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perez Chumbiauca is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health West 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
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Is Cristina Perez Chumbiauca accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristina Perez Chumbiauca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perez Chumbiauca's office at (217) 274-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristina Perez Chumbiauca?
Please contact Dr. Perez Chumbiauca's office at (217) 274-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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