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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saunders, Family Medicine Specialist in Goleta, CA?
Dr. Scott Saunders, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Goleta, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Saunders completed his residency at Northridge Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Saunders is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saunders’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saunders’s office at (805) 963-1824.
Where did Dr. Saunders go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northridge Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
What languages does Dr. Saunders speak?
Dr. Saunders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Saunders typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Saunders 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. Saunders. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Overactive Adrenal Medulla
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenal Medulla Hyperactivity
- Excess Catecholamines
- Pheochromocytoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- E275: Adrenomedullary hyperfunction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure from Another Condition
- High Blood Pressure
- Secondary Hypertension
- Symptomatic Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure with Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- I159: Secondary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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. Saunders typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Saunders may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Saunders' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saunders accept my insurance?
Dr. Saunders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 963-1824 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saunders accept in Goleta, CA?
Dr. Saunders in Goleta, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Saunders' office located?
Dr. Scott Saunders' Primary Practice
5901 Encina Rd Ste C3
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 963-1824
What is Dr. Saunders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558474320.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saunders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saunders
What is Dr. Scott Saunders's specialty?
Dr. Saunders is a Family Medicine Specialist near Goleta, 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. Scott Saunders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saunders is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center 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 Scott Saunders accepting new patients in Goleta, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Saunders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Saunders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saunders's office at (805) 963-1824 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Saunders?
Please contact Dr. Saunders's office at (805) 963-1824 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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