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Dr. Vishala Chindalore, MD

Anniston, AL

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chindalore, Rheumatologist in Anniston, AL?

    Dr. Vishala Chindalore, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Anniston, AL. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chindalore graduated from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute and completed her residency at Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Rheumatology; Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chindalore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chindalore’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chindalore’s office at (256) 236-5631.

    Where did Dr. Chindalore go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Rheumatology; Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute

    Is Dr. Chindalore board certified in Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Vishala Chindalore, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chindalore speak?

    Dr. Chindalore and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chindalore treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Chindalore 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. Chindalore. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis (Seronegative)
    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • Seronegative RA
    • RA without RF
    • Inflammatory Arthritis (RF negative)
    • Rheumatoid Factor Negative Arthritis
    • RA
    • Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Autoimmune Arthritis
    • Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Rheumatoid Disease
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M06041: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, right hand
    • M06042: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, left hand
    • M05742: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of left hand without organ or systems involvement
    • M05741: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand without organ or systems involvement
    • M05841: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand
    • M05842: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of left hand

    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:

    • Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Primary Widespread Arthritis
    • Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Arthritis in Multiple Joints
    • Arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease
    • Polyarthritis
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Widespread Arthritis
    • Multiple Joint Inflammation
    • Generalized Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
    • M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    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:

    • Right Hand Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Sore Right Hand Joints
    • Aching Right Hand Joints
    • Right Hand Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25541: Pain in joints of right hand

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Chindalore perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Chindalore performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chindalore. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Does Dr. Chindalore accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chindalore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 236-5631 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chindalore accept in Anniston, AL?

    Dr. Chindalore in Anniston, AL 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chindalore's office located?

    Dr. Vishala Chindalore's Primary Practice

    1010 Christine Ave

    Anniston, AL 36207

    (256) 236-5631

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    What is Dr. Chindalore's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chindalore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083635015.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chindalore?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chindalore

    What is Dr. Vishala Chindalore's specialty?

    Dr. Chindalore is a Rheumatologist near Anniston, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Chindalore to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vishala Chindalore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chindalore is affiliated with RMC Anniston 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

    Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?

    Explore Rheumatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Vishala Chindalore accepting new patients in Anniston, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Vishala Chindalore is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vishala Chindalore offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chindalore's office at (256) 236-5631 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vishala Chindalore?

    Please contact Dr. Chindalore's office at (256) 236-5631 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vishala Chindalore have?

    Dr. Vishala Chindalore is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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