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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Banihashemi, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Behrooz Banihashemi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Banihashemi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banihashemi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banihashemi’s office at (661) 587-8110.
What languages does Dr. Banihashemi speak?
Dr. Banihashemi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Banihashemi treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Banihashemi 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. Banihashemi. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Banihashemi perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Behrooz Banihashemi 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. Banihashemi's office.
Does Dr. Banihashemi accept my insurance?
Dr. Banihashemi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 587-8110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Banihashemi accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Banihashemi 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Banihashemi's office located?
Dr. Behrooz Banihashemi's Primary Practice
4550 California Ave Ste 500
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 587-8110
What is Dr. Banihashemi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Banihashemi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891032512.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banihashemi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Banihashemi
What is Dr. Behrooz Banihashemi's specialty?
Dr. Banihashemi is a Internist near Bakersfield, 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. Banihashemi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Behrooz Banihashemi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Banihashemi is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial 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 Behrooz Banihashemi accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Behrooz Banihashemi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Behrooz Banihashemi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Banihashemi's office at (661) 587-8110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Behrooz Banihashemi?
Please contact Dr. Banihashemi's office at (661) 587-8110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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