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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bessega, Internist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Samantha Bessega, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bessega completed her residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bessega is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bessega’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bessega’s office at (805) 683-1491.
Where did Dr. Bessega go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Central De Venezuela- Esc De Med "luis Razetti"- Caracas
Is Dr. Bessega board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Samantha Bessega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bessega speak?
Dr. Bessega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bessega treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bessega 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. Bessega. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Bessega perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Samantha Bessega 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bessega's office.
Does Dr. Bessega accept my insurance?
Dr. Bessega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 683-1491 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bessega accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Bessega 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bessega's office located?
Dr. Samantha Bessega's Primary Practice
4440 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 683-1491
What is Dr. Bessega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bessega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972574325.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bessega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bessega
What is Dr. Samantha Bessega's specialty?
Dr. Bessega 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. Bessega to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Samantha Bessega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bessega is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: West Los Angeles Va Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Samantha Bessega accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samantha Bessega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samantha Bessega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bessega's office at (805) 683-1491 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samantha Bessega?
Please contact Dr. Bessega's office at (805) 683-1491 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samantha Bessega have?
Dr. Samantha Bessega is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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