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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shakir, Urologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Shabbir Shakir, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Shakir graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Urology; Sinai-Grace Hosp/Grace Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Shakir is fluent in English, Arabic, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, Panjabi; Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shakir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shakir’s office at (661) 395-0688.
Where did Dr. Shakir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Urology; Sinai-Grace Hosp/Grace Hosp, General Surgery | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Grant Government Medical College
What languages does Dr. Shakir speak?
Dr. Shakir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Marathi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Shakir typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Shakir 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. Shakir. 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:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Urine and Urination
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R351: Nocturia
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate
- Bladder retention
- Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R338: Other retention of urine
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Shakir typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Shakir 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. Shakir. 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:
- Complex Urine Flow Test
- Uroflowmetry
- Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
- Bladder Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- ESWL
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
- Double-J stent insertion
- Gibbons stent placement
- Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Also known as:
- Vasectomy
- Male Birth Control Surgery
- Male Sterilization Procedure
- Semen Analysis After Vasectomy
CPT Codes:
- 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)
Also known as:
- Foreskin Slitting Procedure
- Dorsal Slit Procedure
- Prepuce Incision
- Foreskin Release
CPT Codes:
- 54001: Slitting of prepuce, dorsal or lateral (separate procedure); except newborn
Does Dr. Shakir accept my insurance?
Dr. Shakir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 395-0688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shakir accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Shakir in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shakir's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shakir affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shakir has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital,Bakersfield, CA
Ranked Hysterectomy
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital,Bakersfield, CA
Ranked Hysterectomy
Mercy Hospital Downtown,Bakersfield, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked Colon Surgery
Mercy Hospital Downtown,Bakersfield, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked Colon Surgery
Adventist Health Delano,Delano, CA
Adventist Health Delano,Delano, CA
Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital Southwest,Bakersfield, CA
Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital Southwest,Bakersfield, CA
Sierra View Medical Center,Porterville, CA
Sierra View Medical Center,Porterville, CA
What is Dr. Shakir's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shakir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891896023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shakir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shakir
What is Dr. Shabbir Shakir's specialty?
Dr. Shakir is an Urologist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does an Urologist do?
A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.
Is Dr. Shabbir Shakir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shakir is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, 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 Dr. Shabbir Shakir accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shabbir Shakir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shabbir Shakir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shakir's office at (661) 395-0688 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shabbir Shakir?
Please contact Dr. Shakir's office at (661) 395-0688 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Shakir's office located?
Dr. Shakir's office is located in Bakersfield, CA.
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