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Who is Dr. Bakr, Gastroenterologist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Omar Bakr, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bakr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bakr’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bakr’s office at (408) 972-3000.
What languages does Dr. Bakr speak?
Dr. Bakr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bakr treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bakr 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. Bakr. 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
- Pregnancy Test
- Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
- Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
- Pending Pregnancy Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Other Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- General Cancer Screening
- Unspecified Cancer Check
- Screening for Rare Cancers
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
- Z1289: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5150: Left sided colitis without complications
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Which procedures does Dr. Bakr perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Omar Bakr may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bakr's office.
Does Dr. Bakr accept my insurance?
Dr. Bakr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 972-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bakr accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Bakr in San Jose, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bakr's office located?
What is Dr. Bakr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bakr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275995953.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bakr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bakr
What is Dr. Omar Bakr's specialty?
Dr. Bakr is a Gastroenterologist near San Jose, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Bakr to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Omar Bakr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bakr is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - San Jose 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
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Is Omar Bakr accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Omar Bakr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Bakr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bakr's office at (408) 972-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Bakr?
Please contact Dr. Bakr's office at (408) 972-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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