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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammett, Hospitalist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Gregory Hammett, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hammett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammett’s office at (619) 522-4000.
What languages does Dr. Hammett speak?
Dr. Hammett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hammett treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hammett 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. Hammett. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hammett perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gregory Hammett may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hammett's office.
Does Dr. Hammett accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 522-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammett accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Hammett 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hammett's office located?
Dr. Gregory Hammett's Primary Practice
317 W Pueblo St
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(619) 522-4000
What is Dr. Hammett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508266727.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammett
What is Dr. Gregory Hammett's specialty?
Dr. Hammett is a Hospitalist near Santa Barbara, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Hammett to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gregory Hammett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammett 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Gregory Hammett accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Hammett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Hammett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammett's office at (619) 522-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Hammett?
Please contact Dr. Hammett's office at (619) 522-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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