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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 Medicare 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Nizar typically treat?
As an 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. 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:
- 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
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced 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
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nizar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Nizar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GEMCare
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Howard Nizar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nizar is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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