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Who is Dr. Chitnis, Internist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Amit Chitnis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chitnis is fluent in English, Chinese, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chitnis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chitnis’s office at (510) 437-4800.
Is Dr. Chitnis board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Amit Chitnis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chitnis speak?
Dr. Chitnis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chitnis typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chitnis 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. Chitnis. 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:
- Respiratory Tuberculosis
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Lung Tuberculosis
- Eye Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Eye Infection
- Lung TB
- Pulmonary Tuberculosis
- TB of the Lungs
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
- Consumption
- Ocular Tuberculosis
- Eye TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- A159: Respiratory tuberculosis unspecified
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
- A150: Tuberculosis of lung
- A1850: Tuberculosis of eye, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chitnis typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Amit Chitnis 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. Chitnis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chitnis accept my insurance?
Dr. Chitnis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chitnis accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Chitnis in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
State of California
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Where is Dr. Chitnis' office located?
What is Dr. Chitnis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chitnis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336363555.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chitnis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chitnis
What is Dr. Amit Chitnis's specialty?
Dr. Chitnis is a Internist near Oakland, 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. Amit Chitnis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chitnis is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, San Leandro Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Amit Chitnis accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amit Chitnis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amit Chitnis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chitnis's office at (510) 437-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amit Chitnis?
Please contact Dr. Chitnis's office at (510) 437-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amit Chitnis have?
Dr. Amit Chitnis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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