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Dr. Saida Hamdani, MD

Dr. Saida Hamdani, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hamdani, Pediatrician in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Saida Hamdani, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Hamdani graduated from University of Jos, Faculty of Medicine Sci, Jos, Plateau, Nigeria and completed her residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Hamdani is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamdani’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamdani’s office at (805) 681-1761.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hamdani?

    Dr. Saida Hamdani, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hamdani empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Barbara/CA community, Dr. Hamdani is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Jos, Fac of Med Sci, Jos, Plateau, Nigeria | University of Jos, Faculty of Medicine Sci, Jos, Plateau, Nigeria

    Is Dr. Hamdani board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Saida Hamdani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Hamdani speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Hamdani treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hamdani 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. Hamdani. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

    Which procedures does Dr. Hamdani perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Saida Hamdani may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hamdani's office.

    Does Dr. Hamdani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hamdani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 681-1761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hamdani accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CenCal Health

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

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    Where is Dr. Hamdani's office located?

    Dr. Saida Hamdani's Primary Practice

    215 Pesetas Ln

    Santa Barbara, CA 93110

    (805) 681-1761

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    Dr. Saida Hamdani's Practice 2

    29 W Anapamu St Ste 202

    Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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    Dr. Saida Hamdani's Practice 3

    51 Hitchcock Way

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

    (805) 563-6211

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

    Dr. Hamdani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740398999.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamdani?

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

    What is Dr. Saida Hamdani's specialty?

    Dr. Hamdani is a Pediatrician near Santa Barbara, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Hamdani to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saida Hamdani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hamdani 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 Saida Hamdani accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Saida Hamdani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saida Hamdani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hamdani's office at (805) 681-1761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saida Hamdani?

    Please contact Dr. Hamdani's office at (805) 681-1761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Saida Hamdani have?

    Dr. Saida Hamdani is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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