WAJEEH R. BAKHSH MD – NPI #1740675719
Orthopaedic Surgery
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
WAJEEH BAKHSH is an orthopaedic surgeon located in MICHIGAN CITY, IN. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1740675719 to WAJEEH BAKHSH on April 06, 2015. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. According to the NPI data, there are 3 additional location(s) assigned to this provider which are listed below. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207X00000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Orthopaedic Surgery.
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NPI Profile for
WAJEEH R. BAKHSH
(more than 11 years ago)
MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360-6312 Phone: (219) 861-8161 Fax: (219) 873-9504
3 Other location(s):
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (630) 362-7760
Schaumburg, IL 60195-3203
Phone: (847) 285-4200
Fax: (847) 885-0130
Rochester, NY 14642-0001
Phone: (585) 275-5168
DETROIT, MI 48278-1076 Phone: (317) 528-4800 Fax: (317) 865-1479
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A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207X00000X - Orthopaedic Surgery (Primary) |
IN | 01094730A |
| 390200000X - Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program |
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| 207XS0117X - Orthopaedic Surgery / Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine |
IL | 125075419 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
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- Refer to Home Health Agency
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WAJEEH BAKHSH is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
- HOSPITAL
- NORTHWEST COMMUNITY HOSPITAL 1800 W CENTRAL ROAD
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005 - ST ALEXIUS MEDICAL CENTER1555 N BARRINGTON RD
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
- NORTHWEST COMMUNITY HOSPITAL 1800 W CENTRAL ROAD
- HOME HEALTH AGENCY
- RESIDENTIAL HOME HEALTH3040 SALT CREEK LANE
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
- RESIDENTIAL HOME HEALTH3040 SALT CREEK LANE
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