Our goal is simple. We want to help meet the ever-changing needs of independent provider practices. Community Provider Plus is a management services organization (MSO) through Community Provider Network that extends billing services, Epic, IT and other best-in-class services to independent practices. As a participant, your practice will not only be part of one of the Central Valley’s largest provider networks but also have the support and resources of Community Health System.
Maintain practice independence while improving your patient experience and care coordination
Gain access to Epic EHR and its many resources
Become part of the largest, integrated physician networks in the Valley with 100% transparency

Consistent and reliable support from Community Health System

Patient access and care coordination across the continuum

A safe landing for practices seeking to remain independent

Transparency regarding decision-making and cost

Exceptional service
(Minimum Required Services)
Through participation in Community Provider Plus, you will have access to the following services and technologies
Epic
Revenue Cycle
IT Support
Medical Affairs
Supply Chain
PREMIUM SERVICES
(Additional á La Carte Services)




In addition to the baseline services, participants will have the opportunity to customize their experience with our optimization library, which includes the following tools and resources:
Community Provider Plus (CPP) partners with independent physician practices to deliver the operational infrastructure needed to thrive — while allowing providers to remain focused on patient care.

Primary Care

Pulmonology

Family Medicine

Gastroenterology

Cardiology

Gastroenterology

Internal Medicine

Family Medicine

Pediatrics

Pulmonology

Internal Medicine

Cardiology

General Surgery

Cardiology

Family Medicine

Dialysis

Cardiology

Family Medicine

Family Medicine

Pulmonology

Internal Medicine

Rheumatology

Gastroenterology

Family Medicine

Sleep Medicine
For more information, please call 559-603-7385 or complete the form below.
Silvia Acosta, PA-C received her Physician Assistant Certification from UC Davis, her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from A.T. Still. She serves our country as a reservist at the 144th Fighter Wing in Fresno.
Silvia has over five years of experience working with a general and vascular surgeon, where she provided various types of in office surgical interventions. Silvia serves our community providing women’s health, primary care services as well as in office procedures. Silvia is also fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Vijay Balasubramanian is the Founder/ Medical Director of Valley Advanced Lung Diseases Institute (VALDI) in Fresno. He is Board Certified in Pulmonary Medicine and specializes in Advanced lung diseases such as Interstitial Lung disease and Pulmonary vascular disease.
He earned his medical degree at Stanley Medical College and completed postgraduate fellowship training in the United Kingdom (MRCP UK) and the Medical College of Wisconsin. He recently completed his Academic tenure as Professor of Medicine at UCSF Fresno. At UCSF Fresno, he established a nationally renowned Pulmonary Hypertension Program. He is nationally recognized in the field of Pulmonary Hypertension with extensive academic accomplishments including Research and publications. He is the recipient of multiple Teaching awards. He has shown strong commitment in organizing and supporting his patient support group for over 15 years.
Vijay Balasubramanian – often referred to as “Dr. Bala” by his patients firmly believes in empowering the patient and family with education and shared decision making. He is also a “Sportsman” at heart and is an avid Tennis, Ping pong, Pickleball & Cricket Player
Key highlight roles include:
Carey graduated magna cum laude from Columbia University in New York with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. He then received his medical degree from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in New York, and ultimately completed his internship and residency in family medicine at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center.
Dr. Chintanaboina moved to Fresno in 2019 after completing his Gastroenterology fellowship at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA, and an additional year of specialized fellowship training in Advanced Endoscopy at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA.
He served as Director of Endoscopy and Associate Program Director at UCSF Fresno gastroenterology fellowship training program before joining private practice in 2023. He continues to serve as an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).
Dr. Chintanaboina has a special interest in screening colonoscopy, large polyp removal, swallowing disorders, acid reflux, pancreaticobiliary disorders, GI malignancy, Endo bariatrics, and quality metrics in endoscopy.
With an additional training in advanced endoscopy, he performs various interventional endoscopy procedures. He presented his research work at several national and international conferences and has been published in several major medical journals in the field of gastroenterology. He serves as a peer reviewer for several major gastroenterology research journals and internal medicine journals.
Dr. Chintanaboina started Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) program in Fresno, CA. POEM is a specialized advanced endoscopic procedure offered for patients diagnosed with a swallowing disorder known as Achalasia cardia.
Dr. Chintanaboina always strives to balance his personal and professional life. When he is not at work, he enjoys traveling, watching movies and playing sports with his 2 kids.
Dr. Teresa Daniele has been delivering expert cardiovascular care to patients in the Central Valley since 2013. Currently serving as the President and Northern Governor of the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology, Dr. Daniele is also a former Clinical Professor of Medicine at UCSF and the past Chief of Cardiology and Program Director at UCSF Fresno. Specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiovascular Imaging, and Women’s Cardiovascular Health, Dr. Daniele holds board certifications in Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardiography.
A champion of women’s heart health, Dr. Daniele founded the Women and Cardiovascular Disease Program in Fresno. Her outreach efforts have educated high school students in hands- only CPR and raised awareness about cardiovascular disease among migrant farm workers across the Central Valley. As Chair of the Government Relations Committee for the American College of Cardiology, she collaborates with legislative leaders in Sacramento on bills that impact the medical field and patient care. She also partners with vascular surgeons to provide cardiovascular screenings in underserved areas throughout the region. For over a decade, she has hosted an annual Women’s Heart Health Screening event, offering life-saving screenings and education to thousands of women in the community.
Dr. Daniele is deeply committed to medical education. In addition to mentoring medical students and residents, she organizes over 120 hours of continuing medical education annually for healthcare professionals. Her dedication to patient advocacy is equally impressive. Dr. Daniele has held various leadership roles with the American Heart Association’s Central Valley Chapter, including serving on the Executive Leadership Team for the Go Red for Women campaign and as President of the Board of Directors.
Recognized for her leadership and advocacy, Dr. Daniele received the Marjorie Mason Top Ten Professional Women of the Central Valley Award in 2021 and the prestigious George L. Smith Advocate of the Year Award from the American College of Cardiology. Her commitment to improving patient care also extends to research and quality improvement projects. Partnering with Community Regional Medical Center, Dr. Daniele has driven initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and elevate the standard of cardiovascular care.
Dr. Dhillon has been in private practice in Fresno since 1981 where he founded California Digestive Disease Center, a premier facility offering quality care in Gastroenterology. He has extensive experience in treating gastrointestinal disorders and performing routine and highly skilled gastrointestinal procedures.
Dr. Dhillon came here from New York after completing a fellowship in Gastroenterology from Columbia University School of Medicine, after finishing a fellowship in Gastroenterology from Columbia University New York. Dr. Dhillon joined the New York Medical College faculty as Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine and acting Director of the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program at Metropolitan Hospital, New York.
Dr. Dhillon has served as President of various local and national medical organizations. Currently, he serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine (volunteer) at UCSF and is involved in teaching Gastroenterology fellows at UCSF-Fresno.
Dr. Dizon is a proud graduate of the UC Davis School of Medicine. He has been practicing Internal Medicine for more than 25 years and has been working in Emergency Medicine departments in the Central Valley for more than 17 years.
Dr. Dizon believes the best part of medical practice is the doctor-patient relationship. Each patient is different with their own set of ideals, fears, and cultural values. After a long career as a full-time faculty professor of medicine with UCSF Fresno, he retired and founded Dizon Medicine with his wife Nhuha, who’s a dentist. They both believe in giving back to the community and formed their practice values based on community service, teaching and quality improvement.
They are also blessed with 8 beautiful children. Their whole family enjoys volunteering together, tennis, golf, making and playing music, and just simply hanging out.
Rebecca Donahue, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Fresno, California, with a specialized focus on women’s health and hormone replacement therapy.
Rebecca is dedicated to supporting women’s well-being through a compassionate, holistic approach that integrates both traditional and lifestyle-based care. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys hiking, yoga, and meditation—activities that reflect her commitment to balance and holistic health.
Dr Amy Evans is originally from Rochester, New York where she received her medical degree at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. She then completed her Pediatric residency at Strong Memorial Hospital through the University of Rochester’s Department of Pediatrics. Thereafter she was in a private group practice for 12 years in suburban Rochester, New York.
In 2002, she relocated to Fresno, California and joined the UCSF-Fresno Department of Pediatrics to teach General Academic Pediatrics and Breastfeeding Medicine in her academic subspecialty clinic. She is the Director for the Center for Breastfeeding Medicine within her department, is the Medical Director for the Mother’s Resource Center at Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno and holds the title of Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics. She is a Fellow of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM), has published extensively with the ABM and Breastfeeding Medicine and several smaller articles and letters in other journals and websites.
She recently stepped down from 8 years of service on the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Board of Directors but remains active on some of their committees. She was core faculty for UCSF -Fresno Department of Pediatrics from 2002-2008 and then joined a private practice in Fresno in 2008 where she worked for 16 years in primary care and breastfeeding medicine. She still holds her faculty appointment with UCSF-Fresno.
She currently works at Dizon Pediatrics where she does primary care pediatrics with an emphasis on good breastfeeding management and does come consultation work in breastfeeding medicine as well. Her areas of interest are in ankyloglossia, informal milk sharing, breastfeeding and maternal medications, international liaison work and education in breastfeeding medicine, and comprehensive primary care pediatric medicine. Along with the above work she continues to occasionally lecture locally as well as all over the world.
She is married to another physician and has two grown children. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, growing orchids, creating wreaths, cooking, traveling, reading, listening to music, caring for her cats, hiking, and knitting.
Lindsey is a Physician Assistant based in Fresno, California, practicing in Pulmonology and Neurocritical care. Since June 2025, she has served as a part-time Physician Assistant at Valley Advanced Lung Diseases Institute, where she conducts comprehensive pulmonary assessments and manages patients with chronic respiratory diseases including COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, bronchiectasis, and pulmonary hypertension. She collaborates with supervising physicians to develop individualized management plans, interprets diagnostic imaging and pulmonary function tests, and prescribes medications in accordance with established treatment protocols. In parallel, Lindsey practices full-time as a Neurocritical Care Physician Assistant at Community Regional Medical Center coordinating multidisciplinary care for critically ill patients.
Prior to her clinical practice, Lindsey contributed extensively to medical research as a Study Coordinator and Clinical Research Associate. Her experience includes managing multi-phase studies at the University of Florida’s College of Medicine and the North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System. She coordinated participant recruitment, maintained IRB approvals, ensured data quality, and contributed to multiple investigations related to chronic kidney disease, sleep apnea, cardiovascular health, and emergency medicine outcomes. Her background in research provided a strong foundation in clinical trial design, patient safety monitoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Lindsey holds a Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Nova Southeastern University in Jacksonville, Florida (2021), a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology (2016), and a Bachelor of Health Science (2015), both from the University of Florida in Gainesville. Her academic and clinical achievements are complemented by several publications in peer-reviewed journals, including the “Journal of Frailty and Aging” and the “Journal of the American Heart Association”. She has also presented at numerous professional conferences, highlighting topics in neurocritical care, sleep medicine, and public health.
Lindsey maintains certifications in BLS, ACLS, ENLS, and FCCS, and has completed advanced airway management training. She is an active member of the American Academy of Neurology, the California Academy of Physician Assistants (CAPA), and the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA).
Dr. Tamiko Kido is board certified in both internal medicine pediatrics. She provides out-patient care for patients of all ages and has additional expertise in helping young adults transition from pediatric to adult medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and completed her combined residency training in internal medicine and pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati. Before joining UCSF Fresno in 2017, she held faculty positions at several leading academic medical programs. Dr. Kido has been in medical practice for over 20 years and is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Christopher Kinter is a board-certified surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons specializing in dialysis access. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine.
Originally from Carmichael, California, Dr. Kinter was inspired to pursue medicine by his uncle, a general practitioner who demonstrated the impact physicians can have on their communities. Today, he focuses on providing advanced surgical care for patients requiring dialysis access procedures.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Kinter enjoys spending time outdoors and is an avid backpacker and backcountry skier. He is committed to helping adult patients receive the specialized surgical care needed to support long-term kidney health.
Dr. Siri Kunchakarra is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease and advanced cardiac imaging. Her training includes degrees from UC Berkeley and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, followed by internal medicine residency at Northwestern University and cardiology fellowship and advanced cardiac imaging training at Loyola University Medical Center.
Dr. Kunchakarra provides comprehensive cardiology care for patients with conditions such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, heart failure, arrhythmias, and valvular heart disease. She also has specialized expertise in cardiac CT, cardiac MRI, calcium scoring, and cardio-oncology, helping guide treatment for patients undergoing or recovering from cancer therapies.
She believes in listening carefully to patients and partnering with them to create personalized, evidence-based care plans that support long-term heart health.
Janette Loera, MSN, FNP-C, graduated from California State University, Fresno with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Fresno Pacific University.
Janette is nationally certified as a family nurse practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, holds a nursing license granted by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing, and is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Charlotte McFall, NP, is a board-certified nurse practitioner through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. A Central Valley native from Reedley, California, she earned her education at California State University, Fresno.
Charlotte focuses on vascular surgery care related to dialysis access, working closely with patients who require specialized procedures and long-term management for kidney disease. Her philosophy is simple: treat every patient the same way she would care for a member of her own family.
She believes the most important outcome of every visit is ensuring patients leave feeling confident, supported, and well cared for. Charlotte particularly values the strong relationships she builds with patients while helping them navigate challenging health situations.
Board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners since 2018, Kara Merritt, NP specializes in adult cardiovascular care, including management of heart disease, cardiac implanted devices, and anticoagulation therapy. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from National University and her Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner from Fresno State.
She takes a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to care, developing individualized treatment plans aligned with each patient’s goals and clinical needs. Her priority is ensuring patients feel heard, supported, and confident in a clear, thoughtful plan for their cardiac health and long-term well-being.
Lisa Ha graduated from California State University, Fresno, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and a Master of Science degree in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner. She is a certified Medical-Surgical Nurse and is certified in cardiac rhythm disorders and chemotherapy.
Theresa Nora, FNP, is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Parlier, California. She earned her master’s degree from Fresno Pacific University in 2023 and began her career at United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley.
Theresa now specializes in sleep medicine and urgent care at Dizon Medicine in Fresno, where she provides compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals and families.
Roma Patel, PA-C, is a physician assistant specializing in the care of patients with advanced lung disease. She earned her undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University and completed her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Mercer University in Atlanta, Georgia.
Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Roma brings a collaborative and compassionate approach to patient care. She believes strongly in patient education and working closely with patients and the care team to help individuals better understand and manage complex respiratory conditions.
Roma cares for adult patients and is committed to helping them navigate the challenges of lung disease with clear communication and supportive guidance. In her free time, she enjoys painting, photography, and spending time with friends and family.
David Pena, PA-C has been practicing for thirteen years with a combination of internal medicine and sports medicine experience. Through his experience, he has been able to educate patients on chronic disease prevention and treatment options.
His goal is to help every patient understand their disease process and to involve them in their treatment options. David is fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Candice Reyes is a Clinical Professor at the UCSF School of Medicine and currently serves as the Interim Chief of Specialty Care/Medicine at the VA Central California Health Care System.
Dr. Reyes completed her medical education at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines, graduating summa cum laude in 2002. She completed residency in Internal Medicine at Danbury Hospital, a Yale University affiliate, and fellowship training in Rheumatology at Brown University. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.
Since completing Rheumatology Fellowship in 2012, she moved to Fresno and served as the Division Director of Rheumatology at the UCSF Fresno Department of Internal Medicine. Then in 2021, she started working as full-time staff rheumatologist at the VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) in Fresno.
Dr. Reyes’s contributions to medical literature and education include numerous publications and conference presentations, with her research spanning from systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, myositis, and gout. Additionally, Dr. Reyes is deeply involved in professional medical communities: Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology, member of the American College of Physicians and American Medical Association and had served as Lead for VA Integrated Service Network 21’s Rheumatology Community of Practice.
Her innovative approaches to rheumatology care and education are highlighted in awards including Best Faculty Teacher Awards from UCSF SJV PRIME program and the UCSF Academy of Medical Educators Haile T. Debas Excellence in Teaching Award, nominations for the Kaiser Award for Excellence in Teaching, and awarded as Research Mentor of the Year in 2024 by UCSF Fresno. She remains a vital figure in advancing the understanding and treatment of rheumatological conditions, impacting her patients, the learners, the veterans, and the broader medical community.
Ms. Sandhu is a dedicated certified nurse practitioner who prioritizes high-quality patient care through effective education and counseling. She is committed to enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Her eagerness to excel is matched by her strong focus on delivering patient-centered healthcare.
Ms. Sandhu worked as a dental surgeon in India for seven years before moving to USA. She has extensive experience working as a nurse in the endoscopy department for about 7 yrs before becoming a certified nurse practitioner.
My name is Susan Senzaki, and I specialize in pediatrics. I earned my Doctor of Nursing practice in 2015. I have 10 years’ experience as a pediatric nurse practitioner. I also have had the experience of working at Valley Children’s Hospital since 1999 until 2015. In addition to taking care of children in our valley I also teach our future nurses and nurse practitioners at Fresno State. Working with children brings me so much joy and collaborating with their families in advocating their health. My husband of 25 years is a dentist in Selma. I have 4 children, Sara, Erin, Daniel and Matthew. In my free time, I enjoy going to the coast with my family,traveling, hiking and watching movies.
Dr. Sheryll Mae Soriano is a physician in Fresno, California, specializing in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. She serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Fresno and practices at the Fresno VA Medical Center and Community Medical Centers.
Board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in multiple subspecialties, Dr. Soriano has over two decades of experience in patient care and medical education. She earned her medical degree from the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center in the Philippines, completed her Internal Medicine residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, and pursued fellowships in pulmonary medicine, critical care, and sleep medicine at Southern Illinois University, Montefiore Medical Center, and The Ohio State University.
In 2025, she was honored with the Inpatient Faculty of the Year Award from the UCSF Fresno Internal Medicine Residency Program, recognizing her excellence in teaching and dedication to patient care.