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Who is Dr. Ghai, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Vikas Ghai, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ghai is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghai’s office at (616) 323-4673.
Is Dr. Ghai board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vikas Ghai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ghai speak?
Dr. Ghai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ghai typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ghai 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. Ghai. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ghai typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vikas Ghai may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghai accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 323-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghai accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Ghai 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEMCare
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ghai's office located?
What is Dr. Ghai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831359108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghai
What is Dr. Vikas Ghai's specialty?
Dr. Ghai is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Vikas Ghai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ghai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vikas Ghai accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vikas Ghai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikas Ghai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office at (616) 323-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikas Ghai?
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office at (616) 323-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vikas Ghai have?
Dr. Vikas Ghai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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