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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chaitas, Internist in Plymouth Meeting, PA?
Dr. Paula Chaitas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Plymouth Meeting, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chaitas is currently affiliated with Abington Hospital. Dr. Chaitas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chaitas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chaitas’s office at (215) 481-4213.
Is Dr. Chaitas board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paula Chaitas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chaitas speak?
Dr. Chaitas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chaitas typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chaitas 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. Chaitas. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Depressive Episodes
- Depression
- Atypical depression
- Unspecified depressive disorder
- Other forms of depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3289: Other specified depressive episodes
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chaitas typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Chaitas 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. Chaitas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chaitas accept my insurance?
Dr. Chaitas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 481-4213 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chaitas accept in Plymouth Meeting, PA?
Dr. Chaitas in Plymouth Meeting, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Chaitas' office located?
Dr. Paula Chaitas' Primary Practice
2901 Jolly Rd
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(215) 481-4213
What is Dr. Chaitas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chaitas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376757013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chaitas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chaitas
What is Dr. Paula Chaitas's specialty?
Dr. Chaitas is a Internist near Plymouth Meeting, PA.
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. Paula Chaitas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chaitas is affiliated with Penn Medicine Doylestown Hospital, Jefferson Abington 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paula Chaitas accepting new patients in Plymouth Meeting, PA?
Yes, Dr. Paula Chaitas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Chaitas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chaitas's office at (215) 481-4213 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Chaitas?
Please contact Dr. Chaitas's office at (215) 481-4213 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Chaitas have?
Dr. Paula Chaitas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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