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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bista, Family Medicine Specialist in Athens, AL?
Dr. Binod Bista, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Bista graduated from Kathmandu Medical College and completed his residency at University of Alabama Medical Center Program. Dr. Bista is fluent in English, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bista’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bista’s office at (256) 216-9777.
Where did Dr. Bista go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center Program
Medical School: Kathmandu Medical College
Is Dr. Bista board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Binod Bista, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bista speak?
Dr. Bista and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Nepali
What conditions does Dr. Bista treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bista 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. Bista. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity
- Class 1 Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
- Mild Obesity
- Moderate Obesity
- BMI Class 1 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- E66811: Obesity, class 1
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Which procedures does Dr. Bista perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Binod Bista may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bista's office.
Does Dr. Bista accept my insurance?
Dr. Bista accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 216-9777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bista accept in Athens, AL?
Dr. Bista in Athens, AL 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bista's office located?
What is Dr. Bista's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bista's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073769493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bista?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bista
What is Dr. Binod Bista's specialty?
Dr. Bista is a Family Medicine Specialist near Athens, AL. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Bista to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Binod Bista affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bista is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Binod Bista accepting new patients in Athens, AL?
Yes, Dr. Binod Bista is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Binod Bista offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bista's office at (256) 216-9777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Binod Bista?
Please contact Dr. Bista's office at (256) 216-9777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Binod Bista have?
Dr. Binod Bista is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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