--- title: "Dr. Charu Puri | Hospitalist in Oakland, CA" description: "Dr. Charu Puri, M.D. practices Hospitalist in Oakland, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-charu-puri-1046233759" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Charu Puri, M.D. ![Charu Puri, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/JCAx3_fFwFiR3dflubY7SFKyM0yQDCNBjPudSu-DBQY/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) # Charu Puri, M.D. ## Hospitalist - A hospitalist cares for patients during their hospital stay and isn’t available for office visits. [350 Hawthorne AvenueRoom 2346Oakland, CA 94609](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=350+Hawthorne+Avenue+Oakland%2C+CA+94609+US) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-charu-puri-1046233759#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-charu-puri-1046233759#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-charu-puri-1046233759#provider-locations) ## About Dr. Puri Languages English Gender Female ### Approach to care Dr. Charu Puri approaches patient care with a simple goal: to treat every patient the way she would want her own family to be treated. That begins with listening—taking the time to truly understand what matters most to each person—and being fully present in those moments. She believes in clear, honest communication and thoughtful, evidence-based decision-making that reflects each patient’s unique needs and priorities. In the hospital setting, she focuses on providing coordinated, compassionate care during what can often be stressful and uncertain times, partnering closely with patients, families, and the care team. Above all, she wants her patients to feel heard, respected, and genuinely cared for. ### Professional highlights Supporting and developing clinicians is one of the most meaningful parts of her work. As Executive Medical Director of People & Culture, Dr. Puri focuses on building a strong, connected community where clinicians feel supported in their growth, well-being, and sense of purpose. She is especially passionate about mentoring and leadership development and values working closely with clinicians at all stages of their careers as they grow into confident, thoughtful leaders. Creating space for people to learn, reflect, and thrive is incredibly rewarding to her. She believes that investing in clinicians strengthens not only teams, but also the care provided to the patients and communities they serve. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, she enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures, often planning trips around great food and unique local experiences. She values time with family and friends, whether that means trying a new restaurant, being outdoors, or exploring somewhere new. She also prioritizes staying active and making time to recharge, which helps her bring energy and perspective to both her personal and professional life. ## Education and training **Medical school:** St. George’s University School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies ## Board certifications - Internal Medicine ## Affiliations ### Hospitals - Alta Bates Summit Medical Center ### Medical groups - Sutter East Bay Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (20 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Aetna Value Network HMO (AVN) - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Anthem Blue Cross of California (19 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans **Cigna - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations (14 plans)** ### Cigna - Currently in 2027 Contract Negotiations - Allegiance Benefit Plan Management - Cigna Global Health Advantage (PPO) - Cigna International Plan - Cigna+Oscar Joint Venture Open Access Plus - Commercial HMO/POS - EPO Plan - Indemnity Plan - Joint Administration/ Payer Solutions - Network HMO/POS - Network Open Access (HMO) - Network Open Access (PPO) - Open Access Plus (PPO) - Point of Service Open Access (POS) - Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Alta Bates Summit Medical Center | Summit Campus](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/alta-bates-summit-medical-center-summit-campus-1043246587) 350 Hawthorne Avenue Room 2346 Oakland, CA 94609 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=350+Hawthorne+Avenue+Oakland%2C+CA+94609+US) [510-655-4000](tel:+15106554000) 650-869-6888 Open 24 hours ## Similar providers nearby [View all](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Hospitalist%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%2C%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Near%3A+Alta+Bates+Summit+Medical+Center+%7C+Summit+Campus%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_offices.officeOrFacility.builtin.location%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24near%22%2C%22value%22%3A%7B%22lat%22%3A37.82119295310023%2C%22lng%22%3A-122.26362700921001%2C%22radius%22%3A16093%7D%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) - 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