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Dr. Rajeev Krishan, MD

Bakersfield, CA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krishan, Gastroenterologist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Rajeev Krishan, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishan is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishan’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishan’s office at (661) 735-3915.

    Where did Dr. Krishan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: K.G. Medical College, Lucknow University

    Is Dr. Krishan board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rajeev Krishan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krishan speak?

    Dr. Krishan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Krishan treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Krishan 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. Krishan. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Severe Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Acute abdomen
    • Sudden stomach pain
    • Emergency abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R100: Acute abdomen

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit
    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
    • K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
    • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Does Dr. Krishan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krishan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 735-3915 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krishan accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Krishan 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

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

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    Where is Dr. Krishan's office located?

    Dr. Rajeev Krishan's Primary Practice

    9900 Stockdale Hwy Ste 208

    Bakersfield, CA 93311

    (661) 735-3915

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    What is Dr. Krishan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Krishan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033124854.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishan

    What is Dr. Rajeev Krishan's specialty?

    Dr. Krishan is a Gastroenterologist near Bakersfield, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Krishan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rajeev Krishan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krishan 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Gastroenterologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Rajeev Krishan accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rajeev Krishan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rajeev Krishan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krishan's office at (661) 735-3915 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rajeev Krishan?

    Please contact Dr. Krishan's office at (661) 735-3915 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rajeev Krishan have?

    Dr. Rajeev Krishan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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