Summary

Dr. Rita Bakhru is a pulmonologist with 20 years of experience specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory conditions. They completed their medical education at the University of Michigan Medical School, building a strong foundation in pulmonary medicine. Dr. Bakhru speaks English and brings two decades of expertise to their practice.

Dr. Bakhru is affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and practices at MUSC Health Pulmonary in Charleston, South Carolina. They provide care for patients with complex conditions including Alzheimer's disease, heart failure, and dementia. Their extensive experience allows them to address the respiratory complications that can arise with these challenging health conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 20 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Michigan Medical School
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

MUSC Health Pulmonary at Rutledge Tower

135 Rutledge Ave Fl 5Charleston, SC 29425

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rita Nanik Bakhru

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Absolute Total Care (NEIC)
  • Absolute Total Care Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan\xa0
  • Aetna (Managed Choice)
  • Aetna (Open Choice)
  • Aetna (Preferred Provider Organization)
  • AllWell by Absolute Total Care
  • Ambetter from Absolute Total Care\xa0(Marketplace)\xa0
  • BCBS Blue Essentials\xa0(Marketplace)
  • Blue Choice Blue Option\xa0(Marketplace)
  • Blue Choice Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Choice HealthCare (Group Health Plan)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal (FEP)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Planned Administrators
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Blue (PPC)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan for South Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health\xa0
  • Coventry
  • Employers Health Network (EHN)
  • First Choice VIP Care Plus Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • First Choice/Select Health (NEIC)
  • First Health
  • Great West Healthcare (Part of Cigna now)
  • Humana Healthy Horizons (through March 31 2025)
  • Medcost
  • Molina Healthcare\xa0
  • Molina Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • Tricare
  • United HealthCare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Rita Nanik Bakhru has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Rita Nanik Bakhru has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Pulmonologist
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Rita Nanik Bakhru holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 2006.

NPI Number

Rita Nanik Bakhru's NPI number is 1750408126.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Rita Bakhru affiliated with?
Rita Bakhru is affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
Does Rita Bakhru accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Rita Bakhru accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Rita Bakhru speak?
Rita Bakhru speaks English.
Where is Rita Bakhru's office located?
Rita Bakhru's office is located at 135 Rutledge Ave Fl 5, Charleston, SC, 29425.
Is Rita Bakhru accepting new patients?
Rita Bakhru has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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