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Who is Dr. Cummings, Internist in Goleta, CA?
Dr. Douglas Cummings, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Goleta, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cummings graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine Va Central Ca Hlth Care Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cummings is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cummings’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cummings’s office at (805) 683-0055.
Where did Dr. Cummings go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine Va Central Ca Hlth Care Sys, Internal Medicine | Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California
What languages does Dr. Cummings speak?
Dr. Cummings and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cummings typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cummings 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. Cummings. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cummings typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Cummings may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Cummings' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cummings accept my insurance?
Dr. Cummings accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 683-0055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cummings accept in Goleta, CA?
Dr. Cummings in Goleta, 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cummings' office located?
Dr. Douglas Cummings' Primary Practice
7127 Hollister Ave Ste 2
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 683-0055
What is Dr. Cummings's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cummings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407876774.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cummings?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cummings
What is Dr. Douglas Cummings's specialty?
Dr. Cummings is a Internist near Goleta, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Douglas Cummings affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cummings 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Cummings accepting new patients in Goleta, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Cummings is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Cummings offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cummings's office at (805) 683-0055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Cummings?
Please contact Dr. Cummings's office at (805) 683-0055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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