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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bahar, Gastroenterologist in Santa Rosa, CA?
Dr. Runalia Bahar, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Santa Rosa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bahar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bahar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bahar’s office at (707) 541-7900.
What languages does Dr. Bahar speak?
Dr. Bahar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bahar typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bahar 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. Bahar. 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:
- Colon 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
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:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Heartburn
- Acid Reflux
- Indigestion
- GERD Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R12: Heartburn
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bahar typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bahar 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. Bahar. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Does Dr. Bahar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bahar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 541-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bahar accept in Santa Rosa, CA?
Dr. Bahar in Santa Rosa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bahar's office located?
Dr. Runalia Bahar's Primary Practice
34 Mark West Springs Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 541-7900
What is Dr. Bahar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bahar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265775092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bahar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bahar
What is Dr. Runalia Bahar's specialty?
Dr. Bahar is a Gastroenterologist near Santa Rosa, CA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Runalia Bahar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bahar is affiliated with Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Runalia Bahar accepting new patients in Santa Rosa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Runalia Bahar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Runalia Bahar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bahar's office at (707) 541-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Runalia Bahar?
Please contact Dr. Bahar's office at (707) 541-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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