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Dr. Caroline Kennedy, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Seaside, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kennedy, Family Medicine Specialist in Seaside, CA?

    Dr. Caroline Kennedy, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seaside, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kennedy graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency at Natividad Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (831) 769-8660.

    Where did Dr. Kennedy go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Natividad Med Ctr, Family Practice | Natividad Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kennedy board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Caroline Kennedy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?

    Dr. Kennedy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kennedy typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kennedy diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kennedy. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • General Counseling
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services
    • Therapy Services
    • Support Sessions
    • Mental Health Support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling
    • Z719: Counseling, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kennedy typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Caroline Kennedy may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 769-8660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kennedy accept in Seaside, CA?

    Dr. Kennedy in Seaside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Montage Health

    • Santa Cruz County

    • Sutter Health

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    Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?

    Dr. Caroline Kennedy's Primary Practice

    1150 Fremont Blvd

    Seaside, CA 93955

    (831) 769-8660

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    Dr. Caroline Kennedy's Practice 2

    1441 Constitution Blvd Ste 300

    Salinas, CA 93906

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kennedy affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kennedy has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Natividad Medical Center,Salinas, CA
    Salinas Valley Health Medical Center,Salinas, CA
    Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA

    What is Dr. Kennedy's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033122478.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kennedy?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kennedy

    What is Dr. Caroline Kennedy's specialty?

    Dr. Kennedy is a Family Medicine Specialist near Seaside, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Caroline Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kennedy is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Caroline Kennedy accepting new patients in Seaside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Caroline Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caroline Kennedy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (831) 769-8660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caroline Kennedy?

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (831) 769-8660 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?

    Dr. Kennedy's offices are located in Seaside, CA and Salinas, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Caroline Kennedy have?

    Dr. Caroline Kennedy is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.