Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kohal, Family Medicine Specialist in Brentwood, CA?
Dr. Surinder Kohal, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brentwood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kohal graduated from Guru Nanak Dev University and completed his residency at Victoria Jublie Hospital. Dr. Kohal is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kohal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kohal’s office at (925) 308-8111.
Where did Dr. Kohal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Victoria Jublie Hospital | North Oakland Medical Center | Oakland Physicians Medical Center Program
Medical School: Guru Nanak Dev University | School of Medicine | Guru Gobind Singh Medical College
What languages does Dr. Kohal speak?
Dr. Kohal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kohal typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kohal 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. Kohal. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kohal typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kohal performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kohal. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Kohal accept my insurance?
Dr. Kohal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 308-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kohal accept in Brentwood, CA?
Dr. Kohal in Brentwood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central Health
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kohal's office located?
Dr. Surinder Kohal's Primary Practice
2400 Balfour Rd Ste 120
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 308-8111
What is Dr. Kohal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kohal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699766915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kohal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kohal
What is Dr. Surinder Kohal's specialty?
Dr. Kohal is a Family Medicine Specialist near Brentwood, CA.
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. Surinder Kohal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kohal is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
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Is Surinder Kohal accepting new patients in Brentwood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Surinder Kohal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Surinder Kohal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kohal's office at (925) 308-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Surinder Kohal?
Please contact Dr. Kohal's office at (925) 308-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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