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Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco, MD

Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist, Internist

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garcia-Pacheco, Pulmonologist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Garcia-Pacheco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia-Pacheco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia-Pacheco’s office at (661) 326-2000.

    Is Dr. Garcia-Pacheco board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Garcia-Pacheco speak?

    Dr. Garcia-Pacheco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Garcia-Pacheco typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Garcia-Pacheco 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. Garcia-Pacheco. 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:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Valley Fever
    • Coccidioidomycosis
    • Desert Fever
    • San Joaquin Fever

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B389: Coccidioidomycosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Garcia-Pacheco typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Garcia-Pacheco performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Garcia-Pacheco. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Garcia-Pacheco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garcia-Pacheco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 326-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia-Pacheco accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Garcia-Pacheco 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 PACE

    • Central Health

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Community Care Network

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Garcia-Pacheco's office located?

    Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco's Primary Practice

    1700 Mount Vernon Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93306

    (661) 326-2000

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

    Dr. Garcia-Pacheco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093923088.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia-Pacheco?

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

    What is Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco's specialty?

    Dr. Garcia-Pacheco is a Pulmonologist near Bakersfield, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garcia-Pacheco is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

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    Is Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia-Pacheco's office at (661) 326-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia-Pacheco's office at (661) 326-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Garcia-Pacheco's office located?

    Dr. Garcia-Pacheco's office is located in Bakersfield, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco have?

    Dr. Ralph Garcia-Pacheco is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.