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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chak, Internist in Pismo Beach, CA?
Dr. Kathleen Chak is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pismo Beach, CA. Dr. Chak is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chak’s office at (805) 474-8450.
What languages does Dr. Chak speak?
Dr. Chak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chak typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chak 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. Chak. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chak typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Chak 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. Chak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chak accept my insurance?
Dr. Chak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 474-8450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chak accept in Pismo Beach, CA?
Dr. Chak in Pismo Beach, 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chak's office located?
Dr. Kathleen Chak's Primary Practice
877 Oak Park Blvd
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 474-8450
What is Dr. Chak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356754659.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chak
What is Dr. Kathleen Chak's specialty?
Dr. Chak is a Internist near Pismo Beach, 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. Kathleen Chak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chak is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kathleen Chak accepting new patients in Pismo Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Chak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Chak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chak's office at (805) 474-8450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Chak?
Please contact Dr. Chak's office at (805) 474-8450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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