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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mehta, Pulmonologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Amy Mehta, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office.
Is Dr. Mehta board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Amy Mehta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mehta speak?
Dr. Mehta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mehta typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mehta typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Mehta may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Mehta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mehta accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Mehta 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 Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?
What is Dr. Mehta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558553347.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mehta
What is Dr. Amy Mehta's specialty?
Dr. Mehta 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 this Dr. Amy Mehta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mehta 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Amy Mehta accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Mehta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Mehta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mehta's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Mehta?
Please contact Dr. Mehta's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Mehta have?
Dr. Amy Mehta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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