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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chandrasekaran, Hospitalist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Vinutha Chandrasekaran, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Chandrasekaran graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed her residency at Kern Medical Center Program. Dr. Chandrasekaran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandrasekaran’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandrasekaran’s office at (661) 316-6000.
Where did Dr. Chandrasekaran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Medical Center Program
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chandrasekaran speak?
Dr. Chandrasekaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chandrasekaran typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Chandrasekaran 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. Chandrasekaran. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chandrasekaran typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vinutha Chandrasekaran may include:
Please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chandrasekaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Chandrasekaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 316-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chandrasekaran accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Chandrasekaran 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
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Chandrasekaran's office located?
Dr. Vinutha Chandrasekaran's Primary Practice
2901 Sillect Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(661) 316-6000
What is Dr. Chandrasekaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chandrasekaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558652735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandrasekaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandrasekaran
What is Dr. Vinutha Chandrasekaran's specialty?
Dr. Chandrasekaran is a Hospitalist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Vinutha Chandrasekaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chandrasekaran is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vinutha Chandrasekaran accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vinutha Chandrasekaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vinutha Chandrasekaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office at (661) 316-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vinutha Chandrasekaran?
Please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office at (661) 316-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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