Summary

Dr. Mark Bookspan is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 54 years of clinical experience, Dr. Bookspan brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Bookspan practices at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, California. His expertise includes treating patients who have experienced strokes, managing kidney injuries, and addressing electrolyte imbalances. He performs diagnostic procedures such as chest X-rays and chest fluoroscopy to help evaluate his patients' conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 2.7
  • 54 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

400 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

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Dr. Mark Allan Bookspan, MDDr. Nancy Elizabeth Rikalo, MDDonna Sue Cannady-BradleyDr. Stanley Ostern, MD
RheumatologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
2.7 
54 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 66 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CAGoleta , CA
Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mark Allan Bookspan

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CenCal Health
  • CenCal Health - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mark Allan Bookspan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mark Allan Bookspan has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Toledo College Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Bookspan's NPI number is 1104908292.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Bookspan?
You can find contact information for Dr. Mark Bookspan here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Mark Bookspan's office located?
Dr. Mark Bookspan's office is located at 400 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mark Bookspan affiliated with?
Dr. Mark Bookspan is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
Does Dr. Mark Bookspan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Mark Bookspan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Mark Bookspan accepting new patients?
Dr. Mark Bookspan has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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