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47 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Gilkar, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Mission Hills, CA?
Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mission Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Gilkar completed his residency at St Barnabas Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Barberton Citizens Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Gilkar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilkar’s office at (818) 869-7200.
Where did Dr. Gilkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Barberton Citizens Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Maulana Azad Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India
Is Dr. Gilkar board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gilkar speak?
Dr. Gilkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gilkar typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gilkar 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. Gilkar. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gilkar typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gilkar 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. Gilkar. 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:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Gilkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Gilkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 869-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gilkar accept in Mission Hills, CA?
Dr. Gilkar in Mission Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gilkar's office located?
Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar's Primary Practice
11333 Sepulveda Blvd
Mission Hills, CA 91345
(818) 869-7200
What is Dr. Gilkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gilkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841254893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gilkar
What is Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar's specialty?
Dr. Gilkar is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Mission Hills, CA.
Is this Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gilkar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nazir Ahmad Gilkar accepting new patients in Mission Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilkar's office at (818) 869-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nazir Ahmad Gilkar?
Please contact Dr. Gilkar's office at (818) 869-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar have?
Dr. Nazir Ahmad Gilkar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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