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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alam, Pulmonologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Syed Alam, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Alam graduated from Dow Medical College. Dr. Alam is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alam’s office at (661) 324-7300.
Where did Dr. Alam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College | Karachi Medical and Dental College
What languages does Dr. Alam speak?
Dr. Alam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alam typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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:
- 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
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Lung Valley Fever
- Valley Fever
- Pulmonary Coccidioidomycosis
- Valley Fever in Lungs
- Coccidioides Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B382: Pulmonary coccidioidomycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alam typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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 Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
- Lung Scope with Biopsy
- Bronchial Biopsy
- Endobronchial Biopsy
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy
- 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
- 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites
- 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
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
- Aerosol Device Instruction
- MDI Training
- Breathing Treatment Education
CPT Codes:
- 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device
Does Dr. Alam accept my insurance?
Dr. Alam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 324-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alam accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Alam 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
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alam's office located?
Dr. Syed Alam's Primary Practice
2901 Sillect Ave Ste 202
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(661) 324-7300
What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073541512.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alam
What is Dr. Syed Alam's specialty?
Dr. Alam 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. Syed Alam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alam 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 Syed Alam accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Syed Alam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Alam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (661) 324-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Alam?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (661) 324-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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