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Who is Dr. Nizar, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Howard Nizar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nizar graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine. Dr. Nizar is fluent in English and Indonesian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nizar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nizar’s office at (661) 324-6593.
Where did Dr. Nizar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Nizar board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Nizar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nizar speak?
Dr. Nizar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Indonesian
What conditions does Dr. Nizar treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Nizar 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. Nizar. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Nizar perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Howard Nizar 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. Nizar's office.
Does Dr. Nizar accept my insurance?
Dr. Nizar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 324-6593 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nizar accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Nizar 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
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nizar's office located?
Dr. Howard Nizar's Primary Practice
9500 Stockdale Hwy Ste 103
Bakersfield, CA 93311
(661) 324-6593
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Howard Nizar?
Dr. Nizar has appointments available at his Bakersfield, CA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Nizar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nizar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326124603.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nizar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nizar
What is Dr. Howard Nizar's specialty?
Dr. Nizar 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. Nizar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Howard Nizar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nizar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Howard Nizar accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Nizar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Nizar offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nizar, or call (661) 324-6593 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Nizar?
Please contact Dr. Nizar's office at (661) 324-6593 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Nizar have?
Dr. Howard Nizar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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