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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Abdou, Anesthesiologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Wafik Abdou, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Abdou graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Abdou is fluent in English, Arabic, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdou’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdou’s office at (661) 335-7755.
Where did Dr. Abdou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Abdou board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Wafik Abdou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Abdou speak?
Dr. Abdou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Abdou treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Abdou 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. Abdou. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Wing-shaped Growth on Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11022: Central pterygium of left eye
- H11021: Central pterygium of right eye
- H11002: Unspecified pterygium of left eye
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Chalazion
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Eyelid Problems
- Eyelid Conditions
- Blepharitis
- Stye
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
- Meibomian cyst
- Eyelid cyst
- Stye-like bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H0289: Other specified disorders of eyelid
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
- H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Device
- Nerve Stimulator
- Neuromodulation Device
- Implantable Stimulator
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9682: Presence of neurostimulator
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Conjunctival Growth
- Wing-shaped Eye Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11001: Unspecified pterygium of right eye
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Nodular corneal degeneration
- Corneal Disorder
- Salzmann's nodular degeneration
- Corneal nodules
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18459: Nodular corneal degeneration, unspecified eye
Which procedures does Dr. Abdou perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Wafik Abdou may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abdou's office.
Does Dr. Abdou accept my insurance?
Dr. Abdou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 335-7755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abdou accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Abdou 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEMCare
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abdou's office located?
Dr. Wafik Abdou's Primary Practice
4101 Empire Dr Ste 130
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 335-7755
What is Dr. Abdou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abdou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740267343.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abdou
What is Dr. Wafik Abdou's specialty?
Dr. Abdou is a Anesthesiologist near Bakersfield, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Abdou to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wafik Abdou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Abdou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is Wafik Abdou accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Wafik Abdou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wafik Abdou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abdou's office at (661) 335-7755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wafik Abdou?
Please contact Dr. Abdou's office at (661) 335-7755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wafik Abdou have?
Dr. Wafik Abdou is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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