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Dr. Deborah Meyers, MD
Santa Barbara, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meyers, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Deborah Meyers, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Meyers completed her residency at Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Meyers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meyers’s office at (310) 303-5942.
Where did Dr. Meyers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa
Is Dr. Meyers board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Meyers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meyers speak?
Dr. Meyers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Meyers typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Meyers 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. Meyers. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Meyers typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Meyers may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Meyers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Meyers accept my insurance?
Dr. Meyers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 303-5942 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meyers accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Meyers 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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
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Where is Dr. Meyers' office located?
Dr. Deborah Meyers' Primary Practice
515 E Micheltorena St Ste C
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(310) 303-5942
What is Dr. Meyers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meyers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902874563.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meyers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meyers
What is Dr. Deborah Meyers's specialty?
Dr. Meyers is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Deborah Meyers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meyers 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Deborah Meyers accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Meyers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deborah Meyers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meyers's office at (310) 303-5942 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deborah Meyers?
Please contact Dr. Meyers's office at (310) 303-5942 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Meyers have?
Dr. Deborah Meyers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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