Who is Dr. Bhat, Internist in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Dr. Bala Bhat, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Arroyo Grande, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhat graduated from Karnatak Medical College, Karnatak University and completed his residency at San Joaquin General Hospital Program. Dr. Bhat is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhat’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhat’s office at (805) 481-3652.
Where did Dr. Bhat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Joaquin General Hospital Program
Medical School: M.R. Med Coll, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga, Karnataka, India | Karnatak Medical College, Karnatak University | Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Bhat board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bala Bhat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhat speak?
Dr. Bhat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bhat typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhat 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. Bhat. 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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bhat typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhat 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. Bhat. 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 Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Bhat accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 481-3652 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhat accept in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Dr. Bhat in Arroyo Grande, 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
Blue Shield of California
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Heritage Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bhat's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
60% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Bala Bhat a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Bhat has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Bhat, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Bhat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780603514.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhat
What is Dr. Bala Bhat's specialty?
Dr. Bhat is a Internist near Arroyo Grande, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Bala Bhat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhat is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Bala Bhat accepting new patients in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bala Bhat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bala Bhat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhat's office at (805) 481-3652 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bala Bhat?
Please contact Dr. Bhat's office at (805) 481-3652 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bala Bhat have?
Dr. Bala Bhat is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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