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Dr. Shyam Bhaskar, MD
Visalia, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhaskar, Internist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Shyam Bhaskar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bhaskar graduated from Kilpauk Med College and completed his residency at Atlantic Hlth System, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Bhaskar is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhaskar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhaskar’s office at (559) 635-7100.
Where did Dr. Bhaskar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Atlantic Hlth System, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Kilpauk Med College | Madras Med College
Is Dr. Bhaskar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shyam Bhaskar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhaskar speak?
Dr. Bhaskar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bhaskar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhaskar 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. Bhaskar. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bhaskar typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhaskar 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. Bhaskar. 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:
- 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. Bhaskar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhaskar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 635-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhaskar accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Bhaskar in Visalia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Adventist Health System
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhaskar's office located?
What is Dr. Bhaskar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhaskar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194788158.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhaskar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhaskar
What is Dr. Shyam Bhaskar's specialty?
Dr. Bhaskar is a Internist near Visalia, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shyam Bhaskar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhaskar is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Clovis Community Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Downtown 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 Shyam Bhaskar accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shyam Bhaskar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shyam Bhaskar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhaskar's office at (559) 635-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shyam Bhaskar?
Please contact Dr. Bhaskar's office at (559) 635-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shyam Bhaskar have?
Dr. Shyam Bhaskar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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