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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lakhera, Internist in Tehachapi, CA?
Dr. Nivedita Lakhera, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tehachapi, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lakhera graduated from T D Medical College and completed her residency at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Lakhera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakhera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakhera’s office at (559) 459-6000.
Where did Dr. Lakhera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: T D Medical College | Med College Thiruvananthapuram
What languages does Dr. Lakhera speak?
Dr. Lakhera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lakhera treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lakhera 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. Lakhera. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lakhera perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nivedita Lakhera 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. Lakhera's office.
Does Dr. Lakhera accept my insurance?
Dr. Lakhera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 459-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lakhera accept in Tehachapi, CA?
Dr. Lakhera in Tehachapi, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Central Health
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lakhera's office located?
Dr. Nivedita Lakhera's Primary Practice
1100 Magellan Dr
Tehachapi, CA 93561
(559) 459-6000
What is Dr. Lakhera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakhera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730399387.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakhera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakhera
What is Dr. Nivedita Lakhera's specialty?
Dr. Lakhera is a Internist near Tehachapi, 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. Lakhera to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nivedita Lakhera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lakhera is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System 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 Nivedita Lakhera accepting new patients in Tehachapi, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nivedita Lakhera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nivedita Lakhera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lakhera's office at (559) 459-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nivedita Lakhera?
Please contact Dr. Lakhera's office at (559) 459-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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