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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chawla, Internist in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Opkar Chawla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Setauket, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Chawla completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chawla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chawla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chawla’s office at (631) 542-0550.
Where did Dr. Chawla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry
Is Dr. Chawla board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Opkar Chawla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chawla speak?
Dr. Chawla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chawla typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chawla 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. Chawla. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chawla typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Opkar Chawla 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. Chawla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chawla accept my insurance?
Dr. Chawla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 542-0550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chawla accept in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Chawla in East Setauket, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Chawla's office located?
Dr. Opkar Chawla's Primary Practice
26 Research Way
East Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 542-0550
What is Dr. Chawla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chawla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871548776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chawla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chawla
What is Dr. Opkar Chawla's specialty?
Dr. Chawla is a Internist near East Setauket, NY.
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. Opkar Chawla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chawla is affiliated with Peconic Bay Medical Center, Mather Hospital, Stony Brook University Hospital, Upstate University 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Opkar Chawla accepting new patients in East Setauket, NY?
Yes, Dr. Opkar Chawla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Opkar Chawla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (631) 542-0550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Opkar Chawla?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (631) 542-0550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Opkar Chawla have?
Dr. Opkar Chawla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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