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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sinha, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Santosh Sinha, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Sinha completed his residency at Lac-Rancho Los Amigos Nat'L Re, Cardiovascular Diseases; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine; Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sinha is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sinha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sinha’s office at (661) 654-0200.
Where did Dr. Sinha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lac-Rancho Los Amigos Nat'L Re, Cardiovascular Diseases; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine; Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Nalanda Med Coll, Magadh University, Patna, Bihar, India
Is Dr. Sinha board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Santosh Sinha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sinha speak?
Dr. Sinha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sinha typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sinha 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. Sinha. 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sinha typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Santosh Sinha 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
Please contact Dr. Sinha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sinha accept my insurance?
Dr. Sinha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 654-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sinha accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Sinha in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Amcare Co
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sinha's office located?
Dr. Santosh Sinha's Primary Practice
3838 San Dimas St Ste A200
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 654-0200
What is Dr. Sinha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sinha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730285735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sinha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sinha
What is Dr. Santosh Sinha's specialty?
Dr. Sinha is a Internist near Bakersfield, 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. Santosh Sinha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sinha is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Los Angeles General Medical Center 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 Santosh Sinha accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Santosh Sinha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Santosh Sinha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sinha's office at (661) 654-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Santosh Sinha?
Please contact Dr. Sinha's office at (661) 654-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Santosh Sinha have?
Dr. Santosh Sinha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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