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Dr. Hemmal Kothary, MD

Dr. Hemmal Kothary, MD

Bakersfield, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kothary, Family Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Hemmal Kothary, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Kothary graduated from Ross University / School of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine and completed his residency at Kern Med Center. Dr. Kothary is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kothary’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kothary’s office at (661) 327-1431.

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

    • Residency: Kern Med Center

    • Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | Ross University / School of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kothary speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kothary treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kothary 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. Kothary. 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Which procedures does Dr. Kothary perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hemmal Kothary may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kothary accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kothary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-1431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kothary accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Kothary 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • GEMCare

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Kothary's office located?

    Dr. Hemmal Kothary's Primary Practice

    3838 San Dimas St Ste B201

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 327-1431

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    Dr. Hemmal Kothary's Practice 2

    707 W Valley Blvd

    Tehachapi, CA 93561

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    Dr. Hemmal Kothary's Practice 3

    9500 Stockdale Hwy

    Bakersfield, CA 93311

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hemmal Kothary?

    Dr. Kothary has appointments available at his Bakersfield, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Kothary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134217813.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kothary?

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

    What is Dr. Hemmal Kothary's specialty?

    Dr. Kothary is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Kothary to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hemmal Kothary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kothary 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Hemmal Kothary accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hemmal Kothary is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hemmal Kothary offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kothary, or call (661) 327-1431 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Hemmal Kothary?

    Please contact Dr. Kothary's office at (661) 327-1431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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