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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhowmik, Internist in Portsmouth, VA?
Dr. Nihar Bhowmik, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, VA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhowmik graduated from Sylhet Mag Osmani Medical College and completed his residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Bhowmik is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhowmik’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhowmik’s office at (757) 399-0701.
Where did Dr. Bhowmik go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Eastern Virginia Medical School Program
Medical School: Sylhet Med Coll, Chittagong University, Sylhet, Bangladesh | Sylhet Mag Osmani Medical College
Is Dr. Bhowmik board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nihar Bhowmik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhowmik speak?
Dr. Bhowmik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bhowmik typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bhowmik 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. Bhowmik. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute Frontal Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute frontal sinusitis
- Short-term forehead sinus infection
- Frontal sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0110: Acute frontal sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bhowmik typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nihar Bhowmik may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Bhowmik's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bhowmik accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhowmik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 399-0701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhowmik accept in Portsmouth, VA?
Dr. Bhowmik in Portsmouth, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhowmik's office located?
Dr. Nihar Bhowmik's Primary Practice
301 Goode Way Ste 103
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 399-0701
What is Dr. Bhowmik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhowmik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134173396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhowmik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhowmik
What is Dr. Nihar Bhowmik's specialty?
Dr. Bhowmik is a Internist near Portsmouth, VA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Nihar Bhowmik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhowmik is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Princess Anne 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nihar Bhowmik accepting new patients in Portsmouth, VA?
Yes, Dr. Nihar Bhowmik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nihar Bhowmik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhowmik's office at (757) 399-0701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nihar Bhowmik?
Please contact Dr. Bhowmik's office at (757) 399-0701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nihar Bhowmik have?
Dr. Nihar Bhowmik is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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