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32 Years of Experience
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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. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Defirmian is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defirmian’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Defirmian typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Defirmian typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Barbara Defirmian may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Defirmian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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 this Dr. Barbara Defirmian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Defirmian is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Twin Cities. 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 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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