26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chokshi, Internist in Saginaw, MI?
Dr. Rakesh Chokshi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saginaw, MI. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Chokshi completed his residency at Saginaw Co-Op Hosps Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chokshi is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chokshi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chokshi’s office.
Where did Dr. Chokshi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Saginaw Co-Op Hosps Inc, Internal Medicine | Group Health Cooperative Program
Medical School: Municipal Med Coll- Gujarat Univ- Ahmedabad- Gujarat- India
Is Dr. Chokshi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Chokshi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chokshi speak?
Dr. Chokshi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chokshi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chokshi 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. Chokshi. 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 here.
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chokshi typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Chokshi 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. Chokshi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Chokshi accept my insurance?
Dr. Chokshi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chokshi accept in Saginaw, MI?
Dr. Chokshi in Saginaw, MI 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chokshi's office located?
What is Dr. Chokshi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chokshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245279355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chokshi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chokshi
What is Dr. Rakesh Chokshi's specialty?
Dr. Chokshi is a Internist near Saginaw, MI.
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. Rakesh Chokshi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chokshi is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Midland, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Henry Ford Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center West Branch, Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw 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
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Is Rakesh Chokshi accepting new patients in Saginaw, MI?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Chokshi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rakesh Chokshi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chokshi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Chokshi?
Please contact Dr. Chokshi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rakesh Chokshi have?
Dr. Rakesh Chokshi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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144 N Frost Dr Ste 3
Saginaw, MI 48638