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Dr. Ahmet Dirican, MD

New Bedford, MA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dirican, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in New Bedford, MA?

    Dr. Ahmet Dirican, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Bedford, MA. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Dirican graduated from Uludag Universitesi, Tip Fakultesi and completed his residency at HAYDORPASA NUMUNE HOSPITAL TU. Dr. Dirican is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dirican’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dirican’s office at (508) 984-5671.

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

    • Residency: HAYDORPASA NUMUNE HOSPITAL TU

    • Medical School: Other | Uludag Universitesi, Tip Fakultesi

    What languages does Dr. Dirican speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Turkish

    What conditions does Dr. Dirican treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dirican 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. Dirican. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does Dr. Dirican perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dirican performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dirican. 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:

    • Nail Trimming and Cleaning
    • Therapeutic Nail Debridement
    • Thick Nail Treatment
    • Fungal Nail Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)

    Also known as:

    • Nail Removal
    • Nail Plate Avulsion
    • Toenail Removal
    • Fingernail Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Dirican accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dirican accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 984-5671 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dirican accept in New Bedford, MA?

    Dr. Dirican in New Bedford, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Point32Health

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dirican's office located?

    Dr. Ahmet Dirican's Primary Practice

    890 Brock Ave

    New Bedford, MA 02744

    (508) 984-5671

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

    Dr. Dirican's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396723813.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dirican?

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

    What is Dr. Ahmet Dirican's specialty?

    Dr. Dirican is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near New Bedford, MA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Dirican to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ahmet Dirican affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dirican is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist 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 Ahmet Dirican accepting new patients in New Bedford, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmet Dirican is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ahmet Dirican offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dirican's office at (508) 984-5671 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ahmet Dirican?

    Please contact Dr. Dirican's office at (508) 984-5671 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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