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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purewal, Thoracic Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Sarabjit Purewal, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Purewal graduated from Agartala Government Medical College and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Hosp Of St Raphael, General Surgery; Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Internal Medicine. Dr. Purewal is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purewal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purewal’s office at (661) 327-8538.
Where did Dr. Purewal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Hosp Of St Raphael, General Surgery; Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Internal Medicine | Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Christian Med Coll, Punjab University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India | Agartala Government Medical College
Is Dr. Purewal board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Sarabjit Purewal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Purewal speak?
Dr. Purewal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Purewal treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Purewal 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. Purewal. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Acute Ischemic Heart Disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Sudden Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I249: Acute ischemic heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Which procedures does Dr. Purewal perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Sarabjit Purewal may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Purewal's office.
Does Dr. Purewal accept my insurance?
Dr. Purewal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-8538 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purewal accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Purewal in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Brand New Day
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Purewal's office located?
Dr. Sarabjit Purewal's Primary Practice
3838 San Dimas St Ste A100
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 327-8538
What is Dr. Purewal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purewal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043310436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purewal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purewal
What is Dr. Sarabjit Purewal's specialty?
Dr. Purewal is a Thoracic Surgeon near Bakersfield, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Purewal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sarabjit Purewal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purewal is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Sarabjit Purewal accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sarabjit Purewal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarabjit Purewal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purewal's office at (661) 327-8538 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarabjit Purewal?
Please contact Dr. Purewal's office at (661) 327-8538 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sarabjit Purewal have?
Dr. Sarabjit Purewal is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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