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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bishara, Internist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Joseph Bishara, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bishara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bishara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bishara’s office at (719) 595-7585.
What languages does Dr. Bishara speak?
Dr. Bishara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bishara treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bishara 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. Bishara. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Lung Infection
- COVID Lung Infection
- Severe COVID-19
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J1282: Pneumonia due to coronavirus disease 2019
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Severe Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Sepsis
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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
Which procedures does Dr. Bishara perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Bishara 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. Bishara's office.
Does Dr. Bishara accept my insurance?
Dr. Bishara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 595-7585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bishara accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Bishara in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bishara's office located?
Dr. Joseph Bishara's Primary Practice
2222 N Nevada Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 595-7585
What is Dr. Bishara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bishara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831540103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bishara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bishara
What is Dr. Joseph Bishara's specialty?
Dr. Bishara is a Internist near Colorado Springs, CO.
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. Bishara to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joseph Bishara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bishara is affiliated with Commonspirit - Penrose 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
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Is Joseph Bishara accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Bishara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Bishara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bishara's office at (719) 595-7585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Bishara?
Please contact Dr. Bishara's office at (719) 595-7585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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