Overview
Puja Chitkara is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Chula Vista, California.
Dr. Chitkara is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.
Dr. Chitkara is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chitkara is currently accepting new patients.
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
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- EPO
- HMO
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- HMO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
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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
765 Medical Center Ct, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Puja Chitkara
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Puja Chitkara?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Puja Chitkara by calling their office at 619-623-3000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Puja Chitkara a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Puja Chitkara is classified as an Distinguished expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), 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. Puja Chitkara specialize in?
While Dr. Puja Chitkara is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), MASS Phenotype, and Mixed Connective Tissue Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Puja Chitkara participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Puja Chitkara has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. Puja Chitkara's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Puja Chitkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Puja Chitkara accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 619-623-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- MASS PhenotypeDr. Chitkara isDistinguished. Learn about MASS Phenotype.
- Mixed Connective Tissue DiseaseDr. Chitkara isDistinguished. Learn about Mixed Connective Tissue Disease.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Chitkara isDistinguished. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Advanced
- Behcet DiseaseDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Behcet Disease.
- FibromyalgiaDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Fibromyalgia.
- Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)Dr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).
- GoutDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Gout.
- Juvenile Temporal ArteritisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Temporal Arteritis.
- Necrotizing VasculitisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Necrotizing Vasculitis.
- OsteoporosisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Polymyalgia RheumaticaDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Polymyalgia Rheumatica.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- PsoriasisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Psoriasis.
- Psoriatic ArthritisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Psoriatic Arthritis.
- Raynaud PhenomenonDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Raynaud Phenomenon.
- Rheumatoid VasculitisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Rheumatoid Vasculitis.
- Rhizomelic PseudopolyarthritisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.
- ScleromaDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Scleroma.
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Chitkara isAdvanced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD)
- Experienced
- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- Antisynthetase SyndromeDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Antisynthetase Syndrome.
- ArthritisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- BursitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)Dr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).
- DermatomyositisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)Dr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).
- Eosinophilia-Myalgia SyndromeDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome.
- Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome)
- Fractured SpineDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- Granulomatosis with PolyangiitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.
- IgG4-Related DiseaseDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about IgG4-Related Disease.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD)Dr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD).
- Localized SclerodermaDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Localized Scleroderma.
- Macrophagic MyofasciitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Macrophagic Myofasciitis.
- MAGIC SyndromeDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about MAGIC Syndrome.
- MelorheostosisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- Microscopic PolyangiitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Microscopic Polyangiitis.
- MyositisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Myositis.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- NeurosarcoidosisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Neurosarcoidosis.
- OsteopeniaDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- Palindromic RheumatismDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Palindromic Rheumatism.
- Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections
- Polyarteritis NodosaDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Polyarteritis Nodosa.
- PolymyositisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Polymyositis.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Reactive ArthritisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Reactive Arthritis.
- Relapsing PolychondritisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Polychondritis.
- Rheumatoid Lung DiseaseDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Lung Disease.
- Rheumatoid PneumoconiosisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis.
- SarcoidosisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Sarcoidosis.
- SclerodermaDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Scleroderma.
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
- Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)Dr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).
- TenosynovitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- VasculitisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- VEXAS SyndromeDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about VEXAS Syndrome.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.