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Dr. Michael Bernstein, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bernstein, Internist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Michael Bernstein, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bernstein graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bernstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernstein’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernstein’s office at (805) 681-1761.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bernstein?

    Dr. Michael Bernstein, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bernstein empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Barbara/CA community, Dr. Bernstein is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine | University of Michigan Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Bernstein board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Bernstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bernstein speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bernstein treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Bernstein 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. Bernstein. 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.

    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:

    • 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 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:

    • 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:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    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:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    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:

    • 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:

    • Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple rib fractures
    • Rib cage injury
    • Severe rib injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XD: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Which procedures does Dr. Bernstein perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Bernstein may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bernstein's office.

    Does Dr. Bernstein accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bernstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 681-1761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bernstein accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Bernstein 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthComp

    • HealthNow New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bernstein's office located?

    Dr. Michael Bernstein's Primary Practice

    215 Pesetas Ln

    Santa Barbara, CA 93110

    (805) 681-1761

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    Dr. Michael Bernstein's Practice 2

    29 W Anapamu St Ste 202

    Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Michael Bernstein an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Bernstein has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Bernstein, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Bernstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336158732.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernstein?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Bernstein's specialty?

    Dr. Bernstein is a Internist near Santa Barbara, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Bernstein to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Bernstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bernstein 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Michael Bernstein accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Bernstein is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Bernstein offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bernstein's office at (805) 681-1761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Bernstein?

    Please contact Dr. Bernstein's office at (805) 681-1761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Bernstein have?

    Dr. Michael Bernstein is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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