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Dr. Niraj Doctor, MD

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Doctor, Cardiologist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Niraj Doctor, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Doctor is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Doctor’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Doctor’s office at (661) 323-8384.

    What languages does Dr. Doctor speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Doctor treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Doctor 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. Doctor. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Unstable Angina (Sudden Chest Pain)
    • Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Acute Angina
    • Worsening Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I200: Unstable angina

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Which procedures does Dr. Doctor perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Niraj Doctor may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Doctor's office.

    Does Dr. Doctor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Doctor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 323-8384 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Doctor 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • GEMCare

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Doctor's office located?

    Dr. Niraj Doctor's Primary Practice

    2901 Sillect Ave Ste 100

    Bakersfield, CA 93308

    (661) 323-8384

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

    Dr. Doctor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285925883.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Doctor?

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

    What is Dr. Niraj Doctor's specialty?

    Dr. Doctor is a Cardiologist near Bakersfield, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Doctor to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Niraj Doctor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Doctor is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Niraj Doctor accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Niraj Doctor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Niraj Doctor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Doctor's office at (661) 323-8384 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Niraj Doctor?

    Please contact Dr. Doctor's office at (661) 323-8384 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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