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Dr. David Handman, MD

Critical Care Surgeon

Bakersfield, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Handman, Critical Care Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. David Handman, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Handman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Handman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handman’s office at (909) 609-2008.

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

    • Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University,Ramat Aviv, Israel

    Is Dr. Handman board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. David Handman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Handman speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Handman typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Handman 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. Handman. 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:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Handman typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. David Handman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Handman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Handman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 609-2008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Central Health

    • Clinicas del Camino Real

    • Correct Care Integrated Health

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Handman's office located?

    Dr. David Handman's Primary Practice

    1700 Mount Vernon Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93306

    (909) 609-2008

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    Dr. David Handman's Practice 2

    77 Rolling Oaks Dr Ste 203

    Thousand Oaks, CA 91361

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    Dr. David Handman's Practice 3

    215 W Janss Rd

    Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

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

    Dr. Handman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851587067.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handman?

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

    What is Dr. David Handman's specialty?

    Dr. Handman is a Critical Care Surgeon near Bakersfield, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. David Handman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Handman is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, 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

    When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. 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. David Handman accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. David Handman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Handman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Handman's office at (909) 609-2008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Handman?

    Please contact Dr. Handman's office at (909) 609-2008 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Handman's office located?

    Dr. Handman's offices are located in Bakersfield, CA and Thousand Oaks, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Handman have?

    Dr. David Handman is certified by the American Board of Surgery.