28 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bahar, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Encino, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bahar?
Dr. Ron Bahar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bahar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Esophageal Disorders, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Liver Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Encino, CA community, Dr. Bahar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bahar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatric Gastroenterology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatrics | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Bahar board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Ron Bahar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Bahar speak?
Dr. Bahar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
- Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bahar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bahar 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. Bahar. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Allergic Stomach and Colon Inflammation
- Food Allergy
- Gastroenteritis
- Food Allergy Gastroenteritis
- Diet-Related Colitis
- Allergic Enterocolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5229: Other allergic and dietetic gastroenteritis and colitis
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bahar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bahar 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. Bahar. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Bahar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bahar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 905-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bahar accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Bahar in Encino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bahar's office located?
Dr. Ron Bahar's Primary Practice
5363 Balboa Blvd Ste 540
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 905-6600
What hospitals are Dr. Bahar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bahar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Bahar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bahar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750479002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bahar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bahar