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Who is Dr. Bilal, Internist in Laguna Niguel, CA?
Dr. Bassam Bilal, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Laguna Niguel, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bilal completed his residency at Ohio Vly Med Ctr. Dr. Bilal is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bilal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bilal’s office at (714) 517-2000.
Where did Dr. Bilal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ohio Vly Med Ctr
Medical School: Aleppo University
Is Dr. Bilal board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Bilal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bilal speak?
Dr. Bilal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bilal typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bilal 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. Bilal. 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 here.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- History of Other Medical Treatment
- Past Medical Procedures
- Previous Medical Care
- History of Past Treatments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9289: Personal history of other medical treatment
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bilal typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Bilal 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. Bilal. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Bilal accept my insurance?
Dr. Bilal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 517-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bilal accept in Laguna Niguel, CA?
Dr. Bilal in Laguna Niguel, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bilal's office located?
Dr. Bassam Bilal's Primary Practice
30281 Golden Lantern
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(714) 517-2000
What is Dr. Bilal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bilal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306890827.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bilal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bilal
What is Dr. Bassam Bilal's specialty?
Dr. Bilal is a Internist near Laguna Niguel, CA.
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. Bassam Bilal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bilal is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula 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 Bassam Bilal accepting new patients in Laguna Niguel, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Bilal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bassam Bilal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bilal's office at (714) 517-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bassam Bilal?
Please contact Dr. Bilal's office at (714) 517-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bassam Bilal have?
Dr. Bassam Bilal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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