4.7
39 Ratings with 26 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Bala Bhat has practiced internal medicine and geriatric medicine for 43 years, treating heart failure, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and chronic kidney disease. He sees patients in Oceano, Santa Maria, and Arroyo Grande, California. He completed his residency at San Joaquin General Hospital and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Bhat 4.74 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 43 years of experience
- 34 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- San Joaquin General Hospital
- 26 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Bala Krishna Bhat has 3 locationsCommunity Health Centers Del Mar
2120 Cienaga StOceano, CA 93445 Tel: (805) 994-2101
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
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| Dr. Bala Krishna Bhat, MD | Dr. Alaa Hajal, MD | Karthikeyan Viswanathan, DO | Eric Harker |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 43 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Tamil | Speaks English | |
| Oceano , CA | Diamond Bar , CA | Palo Alto , CA | Lyons , CO |
| Med School: Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bala Krishna Bhat
Medical Specialties
Dr. Bala Krishna Bhat has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Bala Krishna Bhat has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
43 Years Experience
Dr. Bala Krishna Bhat 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 San Joaquin General Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College in 1983.
NPI Number
Dr. Bhat's NPI number is 1780603514.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. Bala Bhat accepting new patients?
- Dr. Bala Bhat has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Bala Bhat accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Bala Bhat accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Dr. Bala Bhat speak?
- Dr. Bala Bhat speaks English and Spanish.
- Where is Dr. Bala Bhat's office located?
- Dr. Bala Bhat's office is located at 2120 Cienaga St, Oceano, CA, 93445.
- Does Dr. Bala Bhat accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Bala Bhat has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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