Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Diener, Internist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Diener, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Diener completed his residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Diener is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diener’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diener’s office at (805) 898-3077.
Where did Dr. Diener go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Is Dr. Diener board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Diener, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Diener speak?
Dr. Diener and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Diener typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Diener 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. Diener. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Diener typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Diener may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Diener's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Diener accept my insurance?
Dr. Diener accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 898-3077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diener accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Diener 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
Centene Corporation
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Diener's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Diener's Primary Practice
317 W Pueblo St
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 898-3077
What is Dr. Diener's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diener's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588826697.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diener?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diener
What is Dr. Benjamin Diener's specialty?
Dr. Diener is a Internist near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Diener affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diener is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Diener accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Diener is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Diener offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diener's office at (805) 898-3077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Diener?
Please contact Dr. Diener's office at (805) 898-3077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Diener have?
Dr. Benjamin Diener is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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