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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhakta, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nirav Bhakta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bhakta graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Bhakta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhakta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhakta’s office at (510) 752-1000.
Where did Dr. Bhakta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bhakta board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nirav Bhakta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhakta speak?
Dr. Bhakta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bhakta typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhakta 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. Bhakta. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Bronchial Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Asthma Disorder
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45998: Other asthma
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bhakta typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nirav Bhakta may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Bhakta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bhakta accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhakta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhakta accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Bhakta in San Francisco, 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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhakta's office located?
What is Dr. Bhakta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhakta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457523466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhakta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhakta
What is Dr. Nirav Bhakta's specialty?
Dr. Bhakta is a Internist near San Francisco, 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. Nirav Bhakta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhakta is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Clovis Community Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nirav Bhakta accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nirav Bhakta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nirav Bhakta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhakta's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nirav Bhakta?
Please contact Dr. Bhakta's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nirav Bhakta have?
Dr. Nirav Bhakta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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