Summary

Dr. Arun Softa specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical conditions. They graduated from Government Medical College Patiala and completed their residency training at Kern Medical Center. With 46 years of clinical experience, Dr. Softa brings extensive knowledge to patient care. They are fluent in Spanish and Tagalog, enabling effective communication with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Softa practices throughout Bakersfield, California, with affiliations at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and multiple Adventist Health locations. They focus on managing high blood pressure and treating hypertensive emergencies when blood pressure reaches dangerously high levels. Their practice includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as blood work to check overall health, A1c testing to monitor diabetes control, and heart rhythm evaluations. Patients have given Dr. Softa an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 46 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • Kern Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Arun K Softa has 8 locations

Adventist Health Physicians Network Primary Care Stockdale

9900 Stockdale Hwy Ste 200Bakersfield, CA 93311
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Adventist Health

9900 Stockdale HwyBakersfield, CA 93311

Adventist Health Bakersfield

2615 Chester AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Bakersfield Heart Hospital

3001 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308

Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield

400 Old River RdBakersfield, CA 93311

Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield

2215 Truxtun AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Adventist Health Physicians Network Primary And Specialty Care

2701 Chester Ave Ste 201Bakersfield, CA 93301
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.7 
46 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)
Bakersfield , CALyons , COMesquite , TXKaty , TX
Med School: Government Medical College Patiala Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Arun K Softa

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • ATRIO Health Plans
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Security Life
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Arun K Softa has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Arun K Softa has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Musculoskeletal Diseases
  • Pain
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Arun K Softa holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kern Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Government Medical College Patiala in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Softa's NPI number is 1902954738.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Arun Softa affiliated with?
Dr. Arun Softa is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
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