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32 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defirmian, Family Medicine Specialist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Barbara Defirmian, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Defirmian is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defirmian’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defirmian’s office at (805) 542-9596.
Is Dr. Defirmian board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Defirmian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Defirmian speak?
Dr. Defirmian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Defirmian treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Defirmian 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. Defirmian. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- End-Stage Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Advanced heart failure
- Terminal heart failure
- Severe heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5084: End stage heart failure
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Brain Ischemia
- Ischemic Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pick's Disease
- Dementia
- Frontotemporal Dementia
- FTD
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3101: Pick's disease
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Which procedures does Dr. Defirmian perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Barbara Defirmian may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Defirmian's office.
Does Dr. Defirmian accept my insurance?
Dr. Defirmian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 542-9596 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defirmian accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Defirmian in San Luis Obispo, 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
CenCal Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Defirmian's office located?
Dr. Barbara Defirmian's Primary Practice
285 South St Ste J
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 542-9596
Dr. Barbara Defirmian's Practice 3
84 Santa Rosa St Ste A
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 591-4727
What is Dr. Defirmian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defirmian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215150040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defirmian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defirmian
What is Dr. Barbara Defirmian's specialty?
Dr. Defirmian is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Luis Obispo, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Defirmian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Barbara Defirmian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defirmian is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Barbara Defirmian accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Defirmian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Defirmian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defirmian's office at (805) 542-9596 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Defirmian?
Please contact Dr. Defirmian's office at (805) 542-9596 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Defirmian have?
Dr. Barbara Defirmian is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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