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Dr. John-Baptist Mugema, MD

Bakersfield, CA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mugema, Family Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. John-Baptist Mugema, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Mugema graduated from University of Rwanda College of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Mugema is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mugema’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mugema’s office at (661) 327-4411.

    Where did Dr. Mugema go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Natl De Rwanda, Fac De Med, Butare, Rwanda | Universite Nationale De Rwanda, Faculte De Medecine | University of Rwanda College of Medicine and Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Mugema speak?

    Dr. Mugema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mugema treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mugema 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. Mugema. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Infectious Disease
    • Stomach flu
    • Infectious diarrhea
    • Bowel infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Acute Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1030: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, unspecified eye

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung infection
    • Chest infection
    • Acute respiratory infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Gum Disease
    • Dental abscess
    • Tooth infection
    • Periapical infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K047: Periapical abscess without sinus

    Also known as:

    • Hair Follicle Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Follicular Skin Issues
    • Hair Follicle Problems
    • Skin Follicle Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L738: Other specified follicular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of a Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Limb Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Limb Infection
    • Spreading Limb Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03119: Cellulitis of unspecified part of limb

    Which procedures does Dr. Mugema perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John-Baptist Mugema may include:

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    Does Dr. Mugema accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mugema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-4411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mugema accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Mugema 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Family Health Network

    • GEMCare

    • Hawaii Laborers Joint Trust Fund

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mugema's office located?

    Dr. John-Baptist Mugema's Primary Practice

    4580 California Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93309

    (661) 327-4411

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    Dr. John-Baptist Mugema's Practice 2

    9500 Stockdale Hwy

    Bakersfield, CA 93311

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    Dr. John-Baptist Mugema's Practice 3

    9710 Brimhall Rd

    Bakersfield, CA 93312

    (661) 829-6747

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    What is Dr. Mugema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mugema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467454892.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mugema?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mugema

    What is Dr. John-Baptist Mugema's specialty?

    Dr. Mugema is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Mugema to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John-Baptist Mugema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mugema is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is John-Baptist Mugema accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John-Baptist Mugema is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John-Baptist Mugema offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mugema's office at (661) 327-4411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John-Baptist Mugema?

    Please contact Dr. Mugema's office at (661) 327-4411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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