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Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn, MD
Taft, CA
51 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tangpraphaphorn, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Taft, CA?
Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Taft, CA. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Tangpraphaphorn completed his residency at Advocate Christ Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Elizabeth'S Hosp, General Surgery; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, General Surgery; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Tangpraphaphorn is fluent in English and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tangpraphaphorn’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tangpraphaphorn’s office at (661) 765-4124.
Where did Dr. Tangpraphaphorn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Christ Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Elizabeth'S Hosp, General Surgery; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, General Surgery; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Mahidol Univ-Siriraj Hosp- Fac Of Med- Bangkok- Thailand
Is Dr. Tangpraphaphorn board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tangpraphaphorn speak?
Dr. Tangpraphaphorn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Thai
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Tangpraphaphorn typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Tangpraphaphorn 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. Tangpraphaphorn. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Tangpraphaphorn typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Tangpraphaphorn 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. Tangpraphaphorn. 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:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess
- I&D of Abscess
- Lancing an Abscess
- Draining a Boil
- Cyst Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple
Does Dr. Tangpraphaphorn accept my insurance?
Dr. Tangpraphaphorn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 765-4124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tangpraphaphorn accept in Taft, CA?
Dr. Tangpraphaphorn in Taft, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tangpraphaphorn's office located?
Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn's Primary Practice
109 Adkisson Way
Taft, CA 93268
(661) 765-4124
What is Dr. Tangpraphaphorn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tangpraphaphorn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255514253.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tangpraphaphorn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tangpraphaphorn
What is Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn's specialty?
Dr. Tangpraphaphorn is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Taft, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tangpraphaphorn is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital 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 Vibul Tangpraphaphorn accepting new patients in Taft, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tangpraphaphorn's office at (661) 765-4124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vibul Tangpraphaphorn?
Please contact Dr. Tangpraphaphorn's office at (661) 765-4124 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn have?
Dr. Vibul Tangpraphaphorn is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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