EverydayHealthLogo
BB

Dr. Barbara Bannan, MD

Watsonville, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bannan, Family Medicine Specialist in Watsonville, CA?

    Dr. Barbara Bannan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Watsonville, CA. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Bannan completed her residency at Natividad Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Bannan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bannan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bannan’s office at (831) 728-0222.

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

    • Residency: Natividad Med Ctr, Family Practice

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Bannan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Bannan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bannan speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bannan typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bannan 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. Bannan. 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

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bannan typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bannan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bannan. 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:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Does Dr. Bannan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bannan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 728-0222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bannan accept in Watsonville, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Bannan's office located?

    Dr. Barbara Bannan's Primary Practice

    204 E Beach St

    Watsonville, CA 95076

    (831) 728-0222

    Get Directions

    What hospitals are Dr. Bannan affiliated with?

    Dr. Bannan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Watsonville Community Hospital,Watsonville, CA
    Natividad Medical Center,Salinas, CA

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

    Dr. Bannan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790855708.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bannan?

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

    What is Dr. Barbara Bannan's specialty?

    Dr. Bannan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Watsonville, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Barbara Bannan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Bannan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Watsonville Community Hospital, Natividad Medical Center. 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Barbara Bannan accepting new patients in Watsonville, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Bannan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barbara Bannan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bannan's office at (831) 728-0222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Barbara Bannan?

    Please contact Dr. Bannan's office at (831) 728-0222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bannan's office located?

    Dr. Bannan's office is located in Watsonville, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Bannan have?

    Dr. Barbara Bannan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.