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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Radhakrishnan, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Vivek Radhakrishnan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Radhakrishnan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Radhakrishnan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Radhakrishnan’s office at (562) 997-2181.
What languages does Dr. Radhakrishnan speak?
Dr. Radhakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Radhakrishnan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Radhakrishnan 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. Radhakrishnan. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Radhakrishnan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivek Radhakrishnan 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
Please contact Dr. Radhakrishnan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Radhakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Radhakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 997-2181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Radhakrishnan accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Radhakrishnan 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)
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Radhakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Vivek Radhakrishnan's Primary Practice
5401 White Ln
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(562) 997-2181
What is Dr. Radhakrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Radhakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699271965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Radhakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Radhakrishnan
What is Dr. Vivek Radhakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Radhakrishnan is a Internist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Vivek Radhakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Radhakrishnan is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vivek Radhakrishnan accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Radhakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Radhakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Radhakrishnan's office at (562) 997-2181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Radhakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Radhakrishnan's office at (562) 997-2181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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