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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De Jesus, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Hector De Jesus is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. De Jesus graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. De Jesus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Jesus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Jesus’s office at (661) 323-3280.
Where did Dr. De Jesus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Kern Med Center | Kern Medical Center Program
Medical School: Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr | Ponce Med School | Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Is Dr. De Jesus board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Hector De Jesus is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. De Jesus speak?
Dr. De Jesus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. De Jesus typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. De Jesus 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. De Jesus. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Aching Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5489: Other dorsalgia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. De Jesus typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. De Jesus performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. De Jesus. 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:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. De Jesus accept my insurance?
Dr. De Jesus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 323-3280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Jesus accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. De Jesus in Bakersfield, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. De Jesus' office located?
What is Dr. De Jesus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Jesus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063591790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Jesus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Jesus
What is Dr. Hector De Jesus's specialty?
Dr. De Jesus is a Internist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Hector De Jesus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Jesus is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Hector De Jesus accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hector De Jesus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector De Jesus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De Jesus's office at (661) 323-3280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector De Jesus?
Please contact Dr. De Jesus's office at (661) 323-3280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hector De Jesus have?
Dr. Hector De Jesus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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