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Dr. Jose Chavez, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Columbia, SC

52 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chavez, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Jose Chavez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 52 years. Dr. Chavez completed his residency at Rollman Psych Inst, Psychiatry. Dr. Chavez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chavez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chavez’s office at (803) 772-4172.

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

    • Residency: Rollman Psych Inst, Psychiatry | Creedmoor Psychiatric Center Program

    • Medical School: University Nacl Auto De Mexico, Fac De Med, Mexico Df, Mexico

    What languages does Dr. Chavez speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chavez typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    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:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chavez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Chavez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chavez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 772-4172 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chavez accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Chavez in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?

    Dr. Jose Chavez's Primary Practice

    17 Surrey Ct

    Columbia, SC 29212

    (803) 772-4172

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

    Dr. Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194779900.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chavez?

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

    What is Dr. Jose Chavez's specialty?

    Dr. Chavez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Jose Chavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chavez is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Prisma Health Baptist 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. Jose Chavez accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Chavez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jose Chavez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (803) 772-4172 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jose Chavez?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (803) 772-4172 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?

    Dr. Chavez's office is located in Columbia, SC.