SB
14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Busselen, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Steven Busselen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Busselen graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine. Dr. Busselen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Busselen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busselen’s office.
Where did Dr. Busselen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Busselen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Busselen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Busselen speak?
Dr. Busselen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Busselen typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Busselen 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. Busselen. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Opioid Use
- Opioid Dependence
- Pain Relievers
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Busselen typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Busselen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Busselen. 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:
- Electroacupuncture
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture
- Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
- E-Stim Acupuncture
- Needle Therapy with Electricity
- Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
- Acupuncture for Pain
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Needle Therapy
- Acupuncture Session
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
CPT Codes:
- 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
CPT Codes:
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Busselen accept my insurance?
Dr. Busselen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Busselen accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Busselen in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Nippon Life Insurance Company of America
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Busselen's office located?
What is Dr. Busselen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Busselen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689787202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busselen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busselen
What is Dr. Steven Busselen's specialty?
Dr. Busselen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Barbara, 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 this Dr. Steven Busselen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Busselen is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, 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
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Is Steven Busselen accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Busselen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Busselen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Busselen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Busselen?
Please contact Dr. Busselen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Busselen have?
Dr. Steven Busselen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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