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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tarleton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Guy Tarleton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tarleton completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year and is currently affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Tarleton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarleton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarleton’s office at (805) 696-7920.
Where did Dr. Tarleton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Tarleton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Guy Tarleton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tarleton speak?
Dr. Tarleton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tarleton typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tarleton 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. Tarleton. 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:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Ulcer on Lower Leg
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Left Lower Leg Venous Ulcer
- Lower Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83028: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tarleton typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tarleton 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. Tarleton. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Does Dr. Tarleton accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarleton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 696-7920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tarleton accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Tarleton in Santa Barbara, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tarleton's office located?
Dr. Guy Tarleton's Primary Practice
351 S Patterson Ave
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
(805) 696-7920
What is Dr. Tarleton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tarleton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437190147.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarleton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarleton
What is Dr. Guy Tarleton's specialty?
Dr. Tarleton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Guy Tarleton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tarleton is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital 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
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Is Guy Tarleton accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Guy Tarleton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Guy Tarleton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tarleton's office at (805) 696-7920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Guy Tarleton?
Please contact Dr. Tarleton's office at (805) 696-7920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Guy Tarleton have?
Dr. Guy Tarleton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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