Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alim, Pulmonologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Muhammad Alim, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alim completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pulmonary Diseases; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alim is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alim’s office at (661) 377-0091.
Where did Dr. Alim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pulmonary Diseases; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
Is Dr. Alim board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Alim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alim speak?
Dr. Alim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alim typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alim 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. Alim. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alim typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alim 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. Alim. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Alim accept my insurance?
Dr. Alim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 377-0091 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alim accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Alim 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
Centene Corporation
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alim's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Alim's Primary Practice
3008 Sillect Ave Ste 140
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(661) 377-0091
What is Dr. Alim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588619464.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alim
What is Dr. Muhammad Alim's specialty?
Dr. Alim is a Pulmonologist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Muhammad Alim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alim is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Muhammad Alim accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Alim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Alim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alim's office at (661) 377-0091 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Alim?
Please contact Dr. Alim's office at (661) 377-0091 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Muhammad Alim have?
Dr. Muhammad Alim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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