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Dr. Irena Bauman, MD

Anesthesiologist

Northridge, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bauman, Anesthesiologist in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Irena Bauman, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Northridge, CA. She has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Bauman graduated from University Of Latvia and completed her residency at UCLA Med Center. Dr. Bauman is fluent in English, Latvian, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bauman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bauman’s office at (818) 885-5375.

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

    • Residency: UCLA Med Center

    • Medical School: Riga Stradins University (Rsu) | University Of Latvia | Rigas Stradina Universitate Medicinas Fakultate

    What languages does Dr. Bauman speak?

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

    • English
    • Latvian
    • Russian

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bauman typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bauman 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. Bauman. 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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bauman typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bauman 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. Bauman. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Bauman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bauman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 885-5375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bauman accept in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Bauman in Northridge, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bauman's office located?

    Dr. Irena Bauman's Primary Practice

    18300 Roscoe Blvd

    Northridge, CA 91325

    (818) 885-5375

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bauman affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bauman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center,Northridge, CA
    Woodland Hills Medical Center,Woodland Hills, CA
    Regents Univ Of Calif Los Angeles,West Hills, CA

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

    Dr. Bauman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811962087.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bauman?

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

    What is Dr. Irena Bauman's specialty?

    Dr. Bauman is an Anesthesiologist near Northridge, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Irena Bauman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bauman is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center 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 Dr. Irena Bauman accepting new patients in Northridge, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Irena Bauman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Irena Bauman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bauman's office at (818) 885-5375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Irena Bauman?

    Please contact Dr. Bauman's office at (818) 885-5375 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bauman's office located?

    Dr. Bauman's office is located in Northridge, CA.