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Who is Dr. Thakkar, Internist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Bhavik Thakkar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Thakkar completed his residency at Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thakkar is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thakkar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thakkar’s office at (562) 437-6213.
Where did Dr. Thakkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Saba Univ Sch Of Med, Saba, Netherland Antilles
Is Dr. Thakkar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bhavik Thakkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thakkar speak?
Dr. Thakkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Thakkar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Thakkar 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. Thakkar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- High Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Elevated triglycerides
- High blood fats
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Thakkar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bhavik Thakkar 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
Please contact Dr. Thakkar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thakkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Thakkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 437-6213 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thakkar accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Thakkar in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thakkar's office located?
Dr. Bhavik Thakkar also offers virtual visits
Dr. Bhavik Thakkar's Primary Practice
1045 Atlantic Ave Ste 1019
Long Beach, CA 90813
(562) 437-6213
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bhavik Thakkar?
Dr. Thakkar has appointments available at his Long Beach, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Thakkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thakkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033178819.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thakkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thakkar
What is Dr. Bhavik Thakkar's specialty?
Dr. Thakkar is a Internist near Long Beach, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Bhavik Thakkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thakkar is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bhavik Thakkar accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bhavik Thakkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bhavik Thakkar offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Thakkar, or call (562) 437-6213 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Bhavik Thakkar?
Yes, Dr. Thakkar offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Thakkar, or call (562) 437-6213 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bhavik Thakkar have?
Dr. Bhavik Thakkar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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