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Dr. Bharat Vakharia, MD

Decatur, AL

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vakharia, Internist in Decatur, AL?

    Dr. Bharat Vakharia, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vakharia graduated from BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL) and completed his residency at Jersey City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vakharia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vakharia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vakharia’s office at (256) 773-0303.

    Where did Dr. Vakharia go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Jersey City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | NYCOMEC/Jersey City Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Municipal Med Coll- Gujarat Univ- Ahmedabad- Gujarat- India | N H L Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University | BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL)

    Is Dr. Vakharia board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Bharat Vakharia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vakharia speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vakharia treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Vakharia 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. Vakharia. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
    • Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Which procedures does Dr. Vakharia perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bharat Vakharia may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vakharia's office.

    Does Dr. Vakharia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vakharia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 773-0303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vakharia accept in Decatur, AL?

    Dr. Vakharia in Decatur, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vakharia's office located?

    Dr. Bharat Vakharia's Primary Practice

    1215 7th St SE

    Decatur, AL 35601

    (256) 773-0303

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    Dr. Bharat Vakharia's Practice 2

    301 Pine St NW

    Hartselle, AL 35640

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

    Dr. Vakharia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992896336.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vakharia?

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

    What is Dr. Bharat Vakharia's specialty?

    Dr. Vakharia is a Internist near Decatur, AL.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Vakharia to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bharat Vakharia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vakharia is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital-Decatur Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Bharat Vakharia accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Bharat Vakharia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bharat Vakharia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vakharia's office at (256) 773-0303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bharat Vakharia?

    Please contact Dr. Vakharia's office at (256) 773-0303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bharat Vakharia have?

    Dr. Bharat Vakharia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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