Who is Dr. Bliss, Internist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Laurel Bliss, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bliss graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Bliss is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bliss’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bliss’s office at (805) 681-7500.
Where did Dr. Bliss go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bliss board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Laurel Bliss, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bliss speak?
Dr. Bliss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bliss treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bliss 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. Bliss. 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 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mild Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Mild major depression
- Mild depressive episode
- Low mood
ICD-10 Codes:
- F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Shoulder Fracture
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Broken shoulder bone
- Upper arm bone break
- Humerus head fracture
- Shoulder bone injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42292D: Other displaced fracture of upper end of left humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Which procedures does Dr. Bliss perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Laurel Bliss 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bliss' office.
Does Dr. Bliss accept my insurance?
Dr. Bliss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 681-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bliss accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Bliss 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bliss' office located?
Dr. Laurel Bliss' Primary Practice
317 W Pueblo St
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 681-7500
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Laurel Bliss a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Bliss has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Bliss, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Bliss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bliss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154368868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bliss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bliss
What is Dr. Laurel Bliss's specialty?
Dr. Bliss is a Internist near Santa Barbara, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Bliss to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Laurel Bliss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bliss is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Laurel Bliss accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laurel Bliss is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurel Bliss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bliss's office at (805) 681-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurel Bliss?
Please contact Dr. Bliss's office at (805) 681-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laurel Bliss have?
Dr. Laurel Bliss is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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