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Dr. Surya Challa, MD

Dr. Surya Challa, MD

Surgeon

Chesapeake, VA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Challa, Surgeon in Chesapeake, VA?

    Dr. Surya Challa, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Challa graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) and completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Challa is fluent in English, French, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Challa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Challa’s office at (757) 819-7633.

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

    • Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, General Surgery | Maimonides Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Pondicherry University Jawaharlal Institute | Jawaharlal Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)

    Is Dr. Challa board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Surya Challa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Challa speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Challa typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Challa 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. Challa. 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:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Challa typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Surya Challa may include:

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

    Does Dr. Challa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Challa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 819-7633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Challa accept in Chesapeake, VA?

    Dr. Challa in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Challa's office located?

    Dr. Surya Challa's Primary Practice

    300 Medical Pkwy Ste 208

    Chesapeake, VA 23320

    (757) 819-7633

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

    Dr. Challa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316936610.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Challa?

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

    What is Dr. Surya Challa's specialty?

    Dr. Challa is a Surgeon near Chesapeake, VA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Surya Challa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Challa is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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. Surya Challa accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Surya Challa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Surya Challa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Challa's office at (757) 819-7633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Surya Challa?

    Please contact Dr. Challa's office at (757) 819-7633 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Challa's office located?

    Dr. Challa's office is located in Chesapeake, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Surya Challa have?

    Dr. Surya Challa is certified by the American Board of Surgery.