39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Anders, Pulmonologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Alpha Anders, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Anders graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Ami Presby Denver Hosp, Internal Medicine; Healthone Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Anders is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anders’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anders’s office at (661) 633-5474.
Where did Dr. Anders go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ami Presby Denver Hosp, Internal Medicine; Healthone Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine | Denver Health Medical Center Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Anders board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Alpha Anders, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Anders speak?
Dr. Anders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Anders typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Anders 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. Anders. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Low BP
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I9589: Other hypotension
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Anders typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alpha Anders may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Anders' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Anders accept my insurance?
Dr. Anders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 633-5474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Anders accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Anders 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
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Anders' office located?
What is Dr. Anders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Anders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114032620.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anders
What is Dr. Alpha Anders's specialty?
Dr. Anders is a Pulmonologist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Alpha Anders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Anders is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore 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 Alpha Anders accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alpha Anders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alpha Anders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Anders's office at (661) 633-5474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alpha Anders?
Please contact Dr. Anders's office at (661) 633-5474 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alpha Anders have?
Dr. Alpha Anders is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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