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Dr. William Golgert, MD

Dr. William Golgert, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Golgert, Nephrologist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. William Golgert, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Golgert graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Golgert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Golgert’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Golgert’s office at (805) 681-1761.

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

    • Fellowship: MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin

    What languages does Dr. Golgert speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Golgert typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Golgert 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. Golgert. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Golgert typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Golgert may include:

    Please contact Dr. Golgert's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Golgert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Golgert 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. Golgert accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Golgert 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 Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Golgert's office located?

    Dr. William Golgert's Primary Practice

    215 Pesetas Ln

    Santa Barbara, CA 93110

    (805) 681-1761

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    Dr. William Golgert's Practice 2

    29 W Anapamu St Ste 202

    Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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    Dr. William Golgert's Practice 3

    1225 N H St

    Lompoc, CA 93436

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

    Dr. Golgert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366530412.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Golgert?

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

    What is Dr. William Golgert's specialty?

    Dr. Golgert is a Nephrologist near Santa Barbara, CA.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is this Dr. William Golgert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Golgert is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is William Golgert accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. William Golgert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Golgert offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with William Golgert?

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

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