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Dr. Arikana Chihombori, MD

Torrington, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chihombori, Family Medicine Specialist in Torrington, CT?

    Dr. Arikana Chihombori, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrington, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Chihombori graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed her residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, General Surgery. Dr. Chihombori is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chihombori’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chihombori’s office at (615) 365-6585.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, General Surgery | Meharry Med College | Meharry Medical College Program A

    • Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Chihombori board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Arikana Chihombori, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chihombori speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chihombori treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chihombori 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. Chihombori. 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.

    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:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
    • Nutritional Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening
    • Hormone Disorder Screening
    • Gland Disorder Screening
    • Endocrine System Check
    • Dietary Disorder Screening
    • Malnutrition Screening
    • Nutrient Deficiency Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
    • Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder
    • Z1321: Encounter for screening for nutritional disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • HIV Screening Test
    • HIV Test
    • AIDS Test
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Chihombori perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Arikana Chihombori may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chihombori's office.

    Does Dr. Chihombori accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chihombori accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 365-6585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chihombori accept in Torrington, CT?

    Dr. Chihombori in Torrington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Connecticut

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chihombori's office located?

    Dr. Arikana Chihombori's Primary Practice

    52 Peck Rd

    Torrington, CT 06790

    (615) 365-6585

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    Dr. Arikana Chihombori's Practice 2

    2717 Murfreesboro Pike

    Antioch, TN 37013

    (615) 365-6585

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    Dr. Arikana Chihombori's Practice 3

    5242 Murfreesboro Rd

    La Vergne, TN 37086

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

    Dr. Chihombori's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578557690.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chihombori?

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

    What is Dr. Arikana Chihombori's specialty?

    Dr. Chihombori is a Family Medicine Specialist near Torrington, CT. 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. Contact Dr. Chihombori to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arikana Chihombori affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chihombori is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Arikana Chihombori accepting new patients in Torrington, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Arikana Chihombori is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arikana Chihombori offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chihombori's office at (615) 365-6585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arikana Chihombori?

    Please contact Dr. Chihombori's office at (615) 365-6585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arikana Chihombori have?

    Dr. Arikana Chihombori is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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