Overview
Carena L. Chai, DO, is a board-certified, independent family medicine doctor at Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas. Dr. Chai provides primary care for minor illness and injuries, preventive health screenings, routine check-ups and vaccinations. Dr. Chai listens to understand you, your health concerns, and your family's health history to create a personalized care plan. Whether you have new symptoms or just want to talk to a doctor about your health, Dr. Chai is here for you.
Dr. Chai is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neuromyelitis Optica, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Paraplegia.
Dr. Chai is board certified in The American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine. Dr. Chai is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
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- STATE MEDICAID
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- PPO
- HMO
- POS
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
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- OTHER MEDICARE
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1600 Providence Dr, Waco, TX 76707
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carena L. Chai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carena L. Chai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Carena L. Chai by calling their office at 254-313-4200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Carena L. Chai a top-rated expert for Neuromyelitis Optica?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carena L. Chai is classified as an Advanced expert for Neuromyelitis Optica, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Carena L. Chai specialize in?
While Dr. Carena L. Chai is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Neuromyelitis Optica, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Carena L. Chai accept my insurance?
Dr. Carena L. Chai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-313-4200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Neuromyelitis OpticaDr. Chai isAdvanced. Learn about Neuromyelitis Optica.
- Experienced
- AIDS Dementia ComplexDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about AIDS Dementia Complex.
- AIDS Dysmorphic SyndromeDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- CirrhosisDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- DementiaDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- HepatitisDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- HIV/AIDSDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about HIV/AIDS.
- HypertensionDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- HypothyroidismDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young
- MyelitisDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Myelitis.
- NecrosisDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- ParaplegiaDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Paraplegia.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Schizoaffective DisorderDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Schizoaffective Disorder.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Vaginal Yeast InfectionDr. Chai isExperienced. Learn about Vaginal Yeast Infection.