Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ochoa, Internist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Paloma Ochoa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA. Dr. Ochoa is currently affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Ochoa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ochoa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ochoa’s office at (805) 569-7315.
What languages does Dr. Ochoa speak?
Dr. Ochoa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ochoa typically treat?
As an Internist, conditions treated by Dr. Paloma Ochoa may include:
Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ochoa typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paloma Ochoa 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. Ochoa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ochoa accept my insurance?
Dr. Ochoa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 569-7315 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ochoa accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Ochoa 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 Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Ventura County Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Ochoa's office located?
What is Dr. Ochoa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ochoa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366189011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ochoa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ochoa
What is Dr. Paloma Ochoa's specialty?
Dr. Ochoa 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. Paloma Ochoa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ochoa 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
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Is Paloma Ochoa accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paloma Ochoa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paloma Ochoa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office at (805) 569-7315 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paloma Ochoa?
Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office at (805) 569-7315 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
400 W Pueblo St
Santa Barbara, CA 93105