Summary

Dr. Farhan Shah is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated 25 years to providing comprehensive adult healthcare. He earned his medical degree from Khyber Medical College and completed his residency training at SUNY Health and Science Center. Dr. Shah specializes in internal medicine with additional expertise in hospital medicine, allowing him to care for patients both in clinic settings and during hospital stays. He is fluent in English and Spanish, helping him connect with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Shah practices in Bakersfield, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley. His clinical expertise includes managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that require careful monitoring and treatment. He routinely performs diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and chemistry panels to help assess patient health and guide treatment decisions. Patients have given Dr. Shah an average rating of 4.8 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 25 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Suny Health And Science Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Gma Healthcare Providers

9500 Stockdale Hwy Ste 203Bakersfield, 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

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French, Bambara
Bakersfield , CAScottsdale , AZTigard , ORUpland , CA
Med School: Khyber Medical College Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Farhan Ali Shah

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • GEMCare Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Farhan Ali Shah has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Farhan Ali Shah has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Other
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Suny Health And Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Khyber Medical College in 2002 and KHYBER MEDICAL COLLEGE in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Shah's NPI number is 1609079748.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Farhan Shah accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Farhan Shah accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Farhan Shah accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Farhan Shah affiliated with?
Dr. Farhan Shah is affiliated with Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley.
What languages does Dr. Farhan Shah speak?
Dr. Farhan Shah speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Farhan Shah's office located?
Dr. Farhan Shah's office is located at 9500 Stockdale Hwy Ste 203, Bakersfield, CA, 93311.

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