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Who is Dr. Chitkara, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Ritu Chitkara, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chitkara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chitkara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chitkara’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Chitkara speak?
Dr. Chitkara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chitkara typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chitkara 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. Chitkara. 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:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chitkara typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ritu Chitkara may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Chitkara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chitkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Chitkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chitkara accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chitkara in Palo Alto, 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chitkara's office located?
What is Dr. Chitkara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chitkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518154202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chitkara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chitkara
What is Dr. Ritu Chitkara's specialty?
Dr. Chitkara is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Ritu Chitkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chitkara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus. 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 a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Ritu Chitkara accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Chitkara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritu Chitkara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chitkara's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritu Chitkara?
Please contact Dr. Chitkara's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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