43 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asher, Family Medicine Specialist in Wixom, MI?
Dr. Chitra Asher, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wixom, MI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Asher graduated from University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital and completed her residency at North Oakland Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Asher is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asher’s office at (734) 522-3770.
Where did Dr. Asher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Oakland Med Ctr, Family Medicine | North Oakland Med Center
Medical School: University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital | University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital
Is Dr. Asher board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Chitra Asher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Asher speak?
Dr. Asher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Marathi
Tamil
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Asher typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Asher 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. Asher. 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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, 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:
- Other Acute Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Other acute sinusitis
- Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
- Different types of acute sinus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0180: Other acute sinusitis
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Asher typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chitra Asher may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Asher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Asher accept my insurance?
Dr. Asher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 522-3770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asher accept in Wixom, MI?
Dr. Asher in Wixom, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Asher's office located?
What is Dr. Asher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427045483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asher
What is Dr. Chitra Asher's specialty?
Dr. Asher is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wixom, MI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Chitra Asher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asher is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Wayne 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Chitra Asher accepting new patients in Wixom, MI?
Yes, Dr. Chitra Asher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chitra Asher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asher's office at (734) 522-3770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chitra Asher?
Please contact Dr. Asher's office at (734) 522-3770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chitra Asher have?
Dr. Chitra Asher is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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