AB
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bakir, Hospitalist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Anouar Bakir is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Bakir is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bakir’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bakir’s office at (205) 783-3000.
Is Dr. Bakir board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Anouar Bakir is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bakir speak?
Dr. Bakir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bakir typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bakir 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. Bakir. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bakir typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Anouar Bakir may include:
Please contact Dr. Bakir's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bakir accept my insurance?
Dr. Bakir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 783-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bakir accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Bakir in Birmingham, AL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Bakir's office located?
Dr. Anouar Bakir's Primary Practice
701 Princeton Ave SW
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 783-3000
What is Dr. Bakir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bakir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770747511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bakir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bakir
What is Dr. Anouar Bakir's specialty?
Dr. Bakir is a Hospitalist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Anouar Bakir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bakir is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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
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Is Anouar Bakir accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Anouar Bakir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anouar Bakir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bakir's office at (205) 783-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anouar Bakir?
Please contact Dr. Bakir's office at (205) 783-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anouar Bakir have?
Dr. Anouar Bakir is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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