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Who is Dr. Huffard, Internist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Richard Huffard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Huffard graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Huffard is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huffard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huffard’s office.
Where did Dr. Huffard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine | Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Huffard board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Huffard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Huffard speak?
Dr. Huffard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Huffard typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Huffard 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. Huffard. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Huffard typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Huffard 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. Huffard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Huffard accept my insurance?
Dr. Huffard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Huffard accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Huffard in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
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Where is Dr. Huffard's office located?
What is Dr. Huffard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Huffard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578662003.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huffard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Huffard
What is Dr. Richard Huffard's specialty?
Dr. Huffard 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. Richard Huffard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Huffard 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 Richard Huffard accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Huffard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Huffard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Huffard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Huffard?
Please contact Dr. Huffard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Huffard have?
Dr. Richard Huffard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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