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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chacko, Internist in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Binu Chacko, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Chacko graduated from Med College Thiruvananthapuram and completed his residency at Harbor Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chacko is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chacko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chacko’s office at (304) 285-1702.
Where did Dr. Chacko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harbor Hospital Center | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Med Coll, Univ Of Kerala, Trivandrum, Kerala, India | Med College Trivandrum University Of Kerala | Med College Thiruvananthapuram | University Hospital Medical College of Kerala
Is Dr. Chacko board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Binu Chacko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chacko speak?
Dr. Chacko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chacko typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chacko 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. Chacko. 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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
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 an Internist like Dr. Chacko typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Binu Chacko 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. Chacko's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chacko accept my insurance?
Dr. Chacko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 285-1702 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chacko accept in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Chacko in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other TPA
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chacko's office located?
What is Dr. Chacko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chacko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598759557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chacko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chacko
What is Dr. Binu Chacko's specialty?
Dr. Chacko is a Internist near Morgantown, WV.
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. Binu Chacko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chacko is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Binu Chacko accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?
Yes, Dr. Binu Chacko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Binu Chacko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chacko's office at (304) 285-1702 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Binu Chacko?
Please contact Dr. Chacko's office at (304) 285-1702 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Binu Chacko have?
Dr. Binu Chacko is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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