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Dr. Mark Shafik, MD

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shafik, Family Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Mark Shafik, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shafik is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafik’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafik’s office at (661) 829-6747.

    Is Dr. Shafik board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Shafik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shafik speak?

    Dr. Shafik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shafik typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shafik 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. Shafik. 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:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Other acute sinusitis
    • Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
    • Different types of acute sinus infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0180: Other acute sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Flu
    • Influenza with complications
    • Severe Flu
    • Flu side effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J1189: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shafik typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Shafik may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shafik's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shafik accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shafik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 829-6747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shafik accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Shafik in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Inland Empire

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shafik's office located?

    Dr. Mark Shafik's Primary Practice

    9710 Brimhall Rd

    Bakersfield, CA 93312

    (661) 829-6747

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    Dr. Mark Shafik's Practice 2

    25548 The Old Rd Ste U1

    Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381

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    Dr. Mark Shafik's Practice 3

    2740 S Elm Ave

    Fresno, CA 93706

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shafik affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shafik has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital,Loma Linda, CA
    Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center,Pomona, CA

    What is Dr. Shafik's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shafik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376685867.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafik?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafik

    What is Dr. Mark Shafik's specialty?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Mark Shafik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shafik is affiliated with Temecula Valley 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Mark Shafik accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Shafik is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Shafik offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shafik's office at (661) 829-6747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Shafik?

    Please contact Dr. Shafik's office at (661) 829-6747 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shafik's office located?

    Dr. Shafik's offices are located in Bakersfield, CA, Stevenson Ranch, CA, and Fresno, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Shafik have?

    Dr. Mark Shafik is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.