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Dr. Jonathan Bechard, MD

Palm Springs, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bechard, Internist in Palm Springs, CA?

    Dr. Jonathan Bechard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palm Springs, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bechard graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Msu-Kalamazoo Ctr Med Stu, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bechard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bechard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bechard’s office at (760) 969-7770.

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

    • Residency: Msu-Kalamazoo Ctr Med Stu, Internal Medicine | Mich State U/Kalamazoo Center Med Studies | Michigan State University Program

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bechard board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Jonathan Bechard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bechard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bechard treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Bechard 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. Bechard. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter
    • PrEP for HIV
    • HIV Prevention Medication
    • Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization
    • Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • HIV Screening Test
    • HIV Test
    • AIDS Test
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Which procedures does Dr. Bechard perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jonathan Bechard may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bechard's office.

    Does Dr. Bechard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bechard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 969-7770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bechard accept in Palm Springs, CA?

    Dr. Bechard in Palm Springs, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bechard's office located?

    Dr. Jonathan Bechard's Primary Practice

    1555 S Palm Canyon Dr Bldg C

    Palm Springs, CA 92264

    (760) 969-7770

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    Dr. Jonathan Bechard's Practice 2

    39000 Bob Hope Dr

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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    Dr. Jonathan Bechard's Practice 3

    67780 E Palm Canyon Dr

    Cathedral City, CA 92234

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

    Dr. Bechard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992819247.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bechard?

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

    What is Dr. Jonathan Bechard's specialty?

    Dr. Bechard is a Internist near Palm Springs, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Bechard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jonathan Bechard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bechard is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Jonathan Bechard accepting new patients in Palm Springs, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jonathan Bechard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jonathan Bechard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bechard's office at (760) 969-7770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Bechard?

    Please contact Dr. Bechard's office at (760) 969-7770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Bechard have?

    Dr. Jonathan Bechard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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