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Dr. John Okerblom, MD

Santa Maria, CA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okerblom, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. John Okerblom, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Okerblom graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Shasta Cascade. Dr. Okerblom is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okerblom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okerblom’s office at (805) 938-7444.

    Where did Dr. Okerblom go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Shasta Cascade

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Okerblom board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Okerblom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Okerblom speak?

    Dr. Okerblom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okerblom typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okerblom 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. Okerblom. 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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Okerblom typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Okerblom 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. Okerblom. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Okerblom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Okerblom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 938-7444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Okerblom accept in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. Okerblom in Santa Maria, 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

    • Bankers Life

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Okerblom's office located?

    Dr. John Okerblom's Primary Practice

    915 E Stowell Rd Ste B

    Santa Maria, CA 93454

    (805) 938-7444

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    What is Dr. Okerblom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Okerblom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427046945.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okerblom?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okerblom

    What is Dr. John Okerblom's specialty?

    Dr. Okerblom is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Maria, 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. John Okerblom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okerblom 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

    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 John Okerblom accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Okerblom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Okerblom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Okerblom's office at (805) 938-7444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Okerblom?

    Please contact Dr. Okerblom's office at (805) 938-7444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Okerblom have?

    Dr. John Okerblom is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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