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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bakhtiar, Internist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Karim Bakhtiar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pathology. Dr. Bakhtiar graduated from Dow Medical College and completed his residency at Sinai Samaritan Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Bakhtiar is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bakhtiar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bakhtiar’s office at (414) 384-2688.
Where did Dr. Bakhtiar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sinai Samaritan Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
Is Dr. Bakhtiar board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Karim Bakhtiar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Bakhtiar speak?
Dr. Bakhtiar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bakhtiar treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bakhtiar 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. Bakhtiar. 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:
- 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 Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Mild Malnutrition
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Mild Nutritional Deficiency
- Slight Underweight
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Vascular Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Vascular Dementia with Agitation
- Vascular Dementia with Mood Swings
ICD-10 Codes:
- F01518: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97919: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with unspecified severity
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Lower Leg Cut
- Deep Cut on Right Lower Leg
- Tear on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81811D: Laceration without foreign body, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
- Bladder Disease
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Control Issues
- Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bakhtiar perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karim Bakhtiar 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bakhtiar's office.
Does Dr. Bakhtiar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bakhtiar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 384-2688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bakhtiar accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Bakhtiar in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community Care Health Plan (CA)
Community Care of Wisconsin
Community Care Plan
FamilyCare Health Plans
iCare
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Bakhtiar's office located?
Dr. Karim Bakhtiar's Primary Practice
1400 W Oklahoma Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 384-2688
What is Dr. Bakhtiar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bakhtiar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720096928.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bakhtiar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bakhtiar
What is Dr. Karim Bakhtiar's specialty?
Dr. Bakhtiar is a Internist near Milwaukee, WI.
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.
Contact Dr. Bakhtiar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Karim Bakhtiar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bakhtiar is affiliated with Ascension All Saints Hospital - Spring Street Campus 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 Karim Bakhtiar accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Karim Bakhtiar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karim Bakhtiar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bakhtiar's office at (414) 384-2688 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karim Bakhtiar?
Please contact Dr. Bakhtiar's office at (414) 384-2688 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karim Bakhtiar have?
Dr. Karim Bakhtiar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pathology.
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