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Dr. Catherine Chimenti, MD

Dr. Catherine Chimenti, MD

Cardiologist

Burlingame, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chimenti, Cardiologist in Burlingame, CA?

    Dr. Catherine Chimenti, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Chimenti graduated from Albert Einstein and completed her residency at Pacific Presby Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chimenti is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chimenti’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chimenti’s office at (650) 697-7643.

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

    • Residency: Pacific Presby Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | California Pacific Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program

    Is Dr. Chimenti board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Chimenti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chimenti speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Chimenti typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chimenti 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. Chimenti. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Chimenti typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Chimenti may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chimenti accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chimenti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 697-7643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chimenti accept in Burlingame, CA?

    Dr. Chimenti in Burlingame, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chimenti's office located?

    Dr. Catherine Chimenti's Primary Practice

    1750 El Camino Real Ste 11

    Burlingame, CA 94010

    (650) 697-7643

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chimenti affiliated with?

    Dr. Chimenti has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital,San Francisco, CA
    AHMC Seton Medical Center,Daly City, CA

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

    Dr. Chimenti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700812856.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chimenti?

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

    What is Dr. Catherine Chimenti's specialty?

    Dr. Chimenti is a Cardiologist near Burlingame, CA.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Catherine Chimenti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Chimenti is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital, AHMC Seton Medical Center. 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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. Catherine Chimenti accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Chimenti is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Chimenti offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chimenti's office at (650) 697-7643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catherine Chimenti?

    Please contact Dr. Chimenti's office at (650) 697-7643 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chimenti's office located?

    Dr. Chimenti's office is located in Burlingame, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Chimenti have?

    Dr. Catherine Chimenti is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.