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Who is Dr. Bitar, Infectious Disease Specialist in Poway, CA?
Dr. Roger Bitar, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Poway, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bitar completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bitar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bitar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bitar’s office at (858) 312-5459.
Where did Dr. Bitar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Bitar board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Roger Bitar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bitar speak?
Dr. Bitar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bitar treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Bitar 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. Bitar. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Kidney Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Infectious Arthritis
- Pus-forming Arthritis
- Septic Arthritis
- Bacterial Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M009: Pyogenic arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abnormal Germ Findings in Other Organs or Tissues
- Unusual bacteria in tissues
- Organ infection signs
- Abnormal microbes in body
ICD-10 Codes:
- R895: Abnormal microbiological findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
Also known as:
- Severe Sepsis
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
Also known as:
- Liver Abscess
- Abscess
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic abscess
- Pus in liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- K750: Abscess of liver
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Which procedures does Dr. Bitar perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Roger Bitar may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bitar's office.
Does Dr. Bitar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bitar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 312-5459 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bitar accept in Poway, CA?
Dr. Bitar in Poway, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scan Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bitar's office located?
Dr. Roger Bitar's Primary Practice
15644 Pomerado Rd Ste 202
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 312-5459
What is Dr. Bitar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bitar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225153737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bitar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bitar
What is Dr. Roger Bitar's specialty?
Dr. Bitar is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Poway, CA.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Bitar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Roger Bitar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bitar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Roger Bitar accepting new patients in Poway, CA?
Yes, Dr. Roger Bitar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roger Bitar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bitar's office at (858) 312-5459 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roger Bitar?
Please contact Dr. Bitar's office at (858) 312-5459 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roger Bitar have?
Dr. Roger Bitar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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