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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ventayen, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Walter Ventayen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ventayen completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ventayen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ventayen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ventayen’s office at (661) 327-4411.
Where did Dr. Ventayen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Ventayen board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Ventayen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ventayen speak?
Dr. Ventayen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ventayen treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ventayen 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. Ventayen. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Bleeding Disorder
- Vascular purpura
- Purpura without low platelets
- Skin bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Ventayen perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Walter Ventayen 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ventayen's office.
Does Dr. Ventayen accept my insurance?
Dr. Ventayen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-4411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ventayen accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Ventayen 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ventayen's office located?
Dr. Walter Ventayen's Primary Practice
4580 California Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 327-4411
What is Dr. Ventayen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ventayen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841303286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ventayen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ventayen
What is Dr. Walter Ventayen's specialty?
Dr. Ventayen is a Internist near Bakersfield, 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. Ventayen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Walter Ventayen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ventayen 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 Internist?
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Is Walter Ventayen accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Ventayen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Ventayen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ventayen's office at (661) 327-4411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Ventayen?
Please contact Dr. Ventayen's office at (661) 327-4411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Ventayen have?
Dr. Walter Ventayen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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