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Dr. Khawaja Bashir, MD

Alexandria, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bashir, Nephrologist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Khawaja Bashir, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bashir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bashir’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bashir’s office at (318) 483-1961.

    What languages does Dr. Bashir speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bashir treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bashir 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. Bashir. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    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:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • High Sodium Levels
    • Fluid Overload
    • Low Potassium
    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Hypernatremia
    • High Blood Sodium
    • Too Much Sodium
    • Excess Fluid
    • Water Retention
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
    • E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does Dr. Bashir perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bashir 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. Bashir. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Bashir accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bashir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 483-1961 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bashir accept in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Bashir in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bashir's office located?

    Dr. Khawaja Bashir's Primary Practice

    201 4th St Ste 5A

    Alexandria, LA 71301

    (318) 483-1961

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    Dr. Khawaja Bashir's Practice 2

    603 W Court St

    Winnfield, LA 71483

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    Dr. Khawaja Bashir's Practice 3

    1029 Keyser Ave

    Natchitoches, LA 71457

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

    Dr. Bashir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902326838.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bashir?

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

    What is Dr. Khawaja Bashir's specialty?

    Dr. Bashir is a Nephrologist near Alexandria, LA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Bashir to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Khawaja Bashir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bashir is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center, CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette 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 Khawaja Bashir accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Khawaja Bashir is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Khawaja Bashir offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bashir's office at (318) 483-1961 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Khawaja Bashir?

    Please contact Dr. Bashir's office at (318) 483-1961 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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