Summary

Dr. Farhan Shah is an internal medicine physician with expertise in hospital medicine who has been caring for patients for 25 years. He earned his medical degree from Khyber Medical College and completed his residency at SUNY Health and Science Center. Dr. Shah is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shah practices at Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley and sees patients in Bakersfield, California. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including urgent situations that require immediate attention. His expertise includes ordering and interpreting blood tests and comprehensive lab work to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Shah an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 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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4.8 
25 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Tamil
Bakersfield , CALyons , COKaty , TXPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Khyber Medical College Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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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

Which hospitals is Dr. Farhan Shah affiliated with?
Dr. Farhan Shah is affiliated with Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley.
Does Dr. Farhan Shah accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Farhan Shah accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Farhan Shah?
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What languages does Dr. Farhan Shah speak?
Dr. Farhan Shah speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Farhan Shah accepting new patients?
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