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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhaskar, Internist in Los Altos, CA?
Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Altos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhaskar graduated from University of Health Sciences Antigua. Dr. Bhaskar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhaskar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhaskar’s office.
Where did Dr. Bhaskar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Health Sciences Vijayawada Gandhi Med College | University of Health Sciences Antigua
Is Dr. Bhaskar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhaskar speak?
Dr. Bhaskar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Bhaskar treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhaskar 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. Bhaskar. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Class 2 Obesity
- Obesity
- Significant Obesity
- Severe Obesity (Class 2)
- BMI Class 2 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E66812: Obesity, class 2
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
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Which procedures does Dr. Bhaskar perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar 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. Bhaskar's office.
Does Dr. Bhaskar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhaskar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhaskar accept in Los Altos, CA?
Dr. Bhaskar in Los Altos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bhaskar's office located?
What is Dr. Bhaskar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhaskar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932273539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhaskar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhaskar
What is Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar's specialty?
Dr. Bhaskar is a Internist near Los Altos, 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. Bhaskar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhaskar is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, CA, Sutter Solano 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar accepting new patients in Los Altos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhaskar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar?
Please contact Dr. Bhaskar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar have?
Dr. Bhanu Rekha Bhaskar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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