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Dr. Peter Nalos, MD

Dr. Peter Nalos, MD

Bakersfield, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

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

    Dr. Peter Nalos, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nalos graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nalos is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nalos’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. Nalos’s office at (661) 323-8384.

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

    • Fellowship: Cedar Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Hospital San Diego | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nalos board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Nalos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nalos speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nalos treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Nalos 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. Nalos. 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:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • Cardiac Dysrhythmia
    • Irregular Heartbeat
    • Heart Rhythm Problems
    • SVT
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Rapid Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
    • I471: Supraventricular tachycardia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    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:

    • Pacemaker Battery Check
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
    • Pacemaker Battery Testing
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiac Implants
    • Heart Devices
    • Cardiac Grafts
    • Implantable Heart Devices

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irreversible AFib
    • Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
    • Long-term AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Which procedures does Dr. Nalos perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Nalos may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nalos' office.

    Does Dr. Nalos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nalos 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. Nalos accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Nalos 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

    • Brand New Day

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • GEMCare

    • Humana

    • Managed Care of America

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Universal Health Care

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    Where is Dr. Nalos' office located?

    Dr. Peter Nalos' Primary Practice

    2901 Sillect Ave Ste 100

    Bakersfield, CA 93308

    (661) 323-8384

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

    Dr. Nalos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609055078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nalos?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Nalos's specialty?

    Dr. Nalos 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. Nalos to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Nalos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nalos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    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 Peter Nalos accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Nalos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Nalos offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Nalos?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Nalos have?

    Dr. Peter Nalos is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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