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Dr. Todd Farrer, MD
Family Medicine Specialist
,Geriatric Medicine Specialist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist
Ridgecrest, CA
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farrer, Family Medicine Specialist in Ridgecrest, CA?
Dr. Todd Farrer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ridgecrest, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Farrer completed his residency at Kern Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Farrer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farrer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farrer’s office.
Where did Dr. Farrer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Family Practice
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Farrer board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Todd Farrer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Farrer speak?
Dr. Farrer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Farrer typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Farrer 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. Farrer. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Farrer typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Farrer 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. Farrer. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Cupping for Lungs
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- CPAP Initiation and Management
- CPAP Setup
- Sleep Apnea Machine Setup
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94660: Continuous positive airway pressure ventilation (CPAP), initiation and management
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Farrer accept my insurance?
Dr. Farrer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farrer accept in Ridgecrest, CA?
Dr. Farrer in Ridgecrest, 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
Centene Corporation
GEMCare
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farrer's office located?
What is Dr. Farrer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farrer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659380657.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farrer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farrer
What is Dr. Todd Farrer's specialty?
Dr. Farrer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ridgecrest, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Todd Farrer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farrer is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Renown Regional Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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 Todd Farrer accepting new patients in Ridgecrest, CA?
Yes, Dr. Todd Farrer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Todd Farrer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farrer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Todd Farrer?
Please contact Dr. Farrer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Todd Farrer have?
Dr. Todd Farrer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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