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Dr. Amira Ayad, MD

Dr. Amira Ayad, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ayad, Family Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Amira Ayad, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ayad graduated from University of Alexandria and completed her residency at Wheeling Hospital. Dr. Ayad is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayad’s office at (661) 637-8831.

    Where did Dr. Ayad go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wheeling Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Alexandria

    Is Dr. Ayad board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Amira Ayad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ayad speak?

    Dr. Ayad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ayad typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ayad 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. Ayad. 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:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • Z6833: Body mass index [BMI] 33.0-33.9, adult
    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ayad typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amira Ayad may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ayad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ayad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ayad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 637-8831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ayad accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Ayad in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Ayad's office located?

    Dr. Amira Ayad's Primary Practice

    9508 Stockdale Hwy

    Bakersfield, CA 93311

    (661) 637-8831

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    Dr. Amira Ayad's Practice 2

    1524 27th St Ste 202

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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    Dr. Amira Ayad's Practice 3

    2701 Chester Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ayad affiliated with?

    Dr. Ayad has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kern Medical - Columbus Physician Offices,Bakersfield, CA
    Kern Medical - Hospital,Bakersfield, CA

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

    Dr. Ayad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417150715.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayad?

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

    What is Dr. Amira Ayad's specialty?

    Dr. Ayad is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Amira Ayad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Ayad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kern Medical - Columbus Physician Offices, Kern Medical - Hospital. 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Amira Ayad accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Amira Ayad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amira Ayad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ayad's office at (661) 637-8831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amira Ayad?

    Please contact Dr. Ayad's office at (661) 637-8831 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ayad's office located?

    Dr. Ayad's office is located in Bakersfield, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amira Ayad have?

    Dr. Amira Ayad is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.