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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bhatnagar, Hospitalist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bhatnagar graduated from MEERUT UNIVERSITY. Dr. Bhatnagar is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhatnagar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhatnagar’s office at (916) 973-5000.
Where did Dr. Bhatnagar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: L.L.R.M. Med Coll, Meerut University, Meerut, Up, India | MEERUT UNIVERSITY | Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College
Is Dr. Bhatnagar board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhatnagar speak?
Dr. Bhatnagar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Bhatnagar treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bhatnagar 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. Bhatnagar. 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:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
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:
- 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
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Bhatnagar perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bhatnagar's office.
Does Dr. Bhatnagar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhatnagar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 973-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhatnagar accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Bhatnagar in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bhatnagar's office located?
What is Dr. Bhatnagar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhatnagar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699853341.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhatnagar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhatnagar
What is Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar's specialty?
Dr. Bhatnagar is a Hospitalist near Sacramento, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Bhatnagar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bhatnagar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fremont Medical Center, San Leandro Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Ritu Bhatnagar accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhatnagar's office at (916) 973-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritu Bhatnagar?
Please contact Dr. Bhatnagar's office at (916) 973-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar have?
Dr. Ritu Bhatnagar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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