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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shittu, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Adekunle Shittu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shittu completed his residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center. Dr. Shittu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shittu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shittu’s office at (661) 316-6000.
Where did Dr. Shittu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center
Medical School: Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Shittu board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Adekunle Shittu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shittu speak?
Dr. Shittu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shittu treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shittu 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. Shittu. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Shittu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Adekunle Shittu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shittu's office.
Does Dr. Shittu accept my insurance?
Dr. Shittu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 316-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shittu accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Shittu 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEMCare
Humana
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
San Francisco Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Shittu's office located?
Dr. Adekunle Shittu's Primary Practice
2901 Sillect Ave Ste 100
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(661) 316-6000
What is Dr. Shittu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shittu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922001429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shittu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shittu
What is Dr. Adekunle Shittu's specialty?
Dr. Shittu is a Internist near Bakersfield, CA.
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. Shittu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Adekunle Shittu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shittu is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown 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?
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Is Adekunle Shittu accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Adekunle Shittu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adekunle Shittu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shittu's office at (661) 316-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adekunle Shittu?
Please contact Dr. Shittu's office at (661) 316-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Adekunle Shittu have?
Dr. Adekunle Shittu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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