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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sintuu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Alamitos, CA?
Dr. Chanida Sintuu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Sintuu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sintuu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sintuu’s office at (562) 598-1311.
What languages does Dr. Sintuu speak?
Dr. Sintuu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sintuu typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sintuu 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. Sintuu. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sintuu typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chanida Sintuu may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sintuu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sintuu accept my insurance?
Dr. Sintuu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 598-1311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sintuu accept in Los Alamitos, CA?
Dr. Sintuu in Los Alamitos, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sintuu's office located?
Dr. Chanida Sintuu's Primary Practice
3751 Katella Ave
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
(562) 598-1311
What is Dr. Sintuu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sintuu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598774739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sintuu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sintuu
What is Dr. Chanida Sintuu's specialty?
Dr. Sintuu is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Alamitos, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Chanida Sintuu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sintuu is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chanida Sintuu accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chanida Sintuu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chanida Sintuu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sintuu's office at (562) 598-1311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chanida Sintuu?
Please contact Dr. Sintuu's office at (562) 598-1311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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