Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Pulmonologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Pulmonary Diseases; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine; Advocate Christ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (661) 327-3747.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Pulmonary Diseases; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine; Advocate Christ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: Kakatiya Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Warrangal- Ap- India | Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Asthma Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J45998: Other asthma
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-3747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Ahmed 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
Kova Healthcare
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed's Primary Practice
5801 Truxtun Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 327-3747
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033137591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Pulmonologist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mushtaq Ahmed accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (661) 327-3747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mushtaq Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (661) 327-3747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed have?
Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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