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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Best, Family Medicine Specialist in Watsonville, CA?
Dr. Kaitlin Best, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Watsonville, CA. Dr. Best is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Best’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Best’s office at (831) 728-0222.
What languages does Dr. Best speak?
Dr. Best and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Best typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Best 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. Best. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with 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:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Best typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Best performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Best. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Best accept my insurance?
Dr. Best accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 728-0222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Best accept in Watsonville, CA?
Dr. Best in Watsonville, 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)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Best's office located?
What is Dr. Best's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Best's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891182119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Best?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Best
What is Dr. Kaitlin Best's specialty?
Dr. Best is a Family Medicine Specialist near Watsonville, 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. Kaitlin Best affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Best is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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 Kaitlin Best accepting new patients in Watsonville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kaitlin Best is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kaitlin Best offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Best's office at (831) 728-0222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kaitlin Best?
Please contact Dr. Best's office at (831) 728-0222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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