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Dr. Yigit Baykara, MD
Tucson, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baykara, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Yigit Baykara, MD is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Baykara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baykara’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baykara’s office at (401) 444-5057.
What languages does Dr. Baykara speak?
Dr. Baykara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baykara typically treat?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Baykara 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. Baykara. 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 Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Nutritional Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Dietary Anemia
- Malnutrition Anemia
- Vitamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D539: Nutritional anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rh Incompatibility
- Rh Disease
- Rhesus Disease
- Rh Factor Incompatibility
- Hemolytic Disease of Newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- O360130: Maternal care for anti-D [Rh] antibodies, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, 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:
- Warm Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
- Anemia
- Autoimmune Disease
- Warm AIHA
- Warm antibody hemolytic anemia
- Autoimmune anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5911: Warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia
What procedures does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baykara typically perform?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yigit Baykara may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Baykara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Baykara accept my insurance?
Dr. Baykara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-5057 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baykara accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Baykara in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Baykara's office located?
What is Dr. Baykara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baykara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417567751.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baykara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baykara
What is Dr. Yigit Baykara's specialty?
Dr. Baykara is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in blood banking/transfusion medicine ensures an adequate blood supply, prioritizes the safety of both donors and recipients, and oversees appropriate blood utilization. They conduct pre-transfusion compatibility and antibody testing to maximize the safety of blood transfusions. This specialist directs the preparation and safe administration of specific blood components, including red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma constituents, as well as marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
Is this Dr. Yigit Baykara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baykara is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yigit Baykara accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Yigit Baykara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yigit Baykara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baykara's office at (401) 444-5057 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yigit Baykara?
Please contact Dr. Baykara's office at (401) 444-5057 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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