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Dr. Douglas Etsell, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Etsell, Anesthesiologist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Douglas Etsell, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Etsell graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, General Surgery. Dr. Etsell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Etsell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Etsell’s office at (805) 682-7751.

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

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, General Surgery | Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Etsell board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Etsell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Etsell speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Etsell treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Etsell 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. Etsell. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage

    Does Dr. Etsell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Etsell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 682-7751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Etsell accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Etsell in Santa Barbara, 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

    • CenCal Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Etsell's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Etsell's Primary Practice

    514 W Pueblo St Fl 2

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

    (805) 682-7751

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

    Dr. Etsell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437205580.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Etsell?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Etsell's specialty?

    Dr. Etsell is a Anesthesiologist near Santa Barbara, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Etsell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Etsell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Etsell 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Douglas Etsell accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Etsell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Etsell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Etsell's office at (805) 682-7751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Etsell?

    Please contact Dr. Etsell's office at (805) 682-7751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Etsell have?

    Dr. Douglas Etsell is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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