Summary

Dr. Michael Began has practiced orthopedic surgery for 42 years and is affiliated with Community Memorial Health System. He speaks English and Spanish and completed his residency at St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center. He sees patients in Ventura, Oxnard, and Camarillo, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Began 3.93 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 42 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Marys Hospital Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Denton Began has 3 locations

Ocean Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine

168 N Brent St Ste 505Ventura, CA 93003
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Johns Hospital Camarillo

2309 Antonio AveCamarillo, CA 93010

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Dr. Michael Denton Began, MDDr. Eli Ziv, MDDr. Michael Klassen, MDDr. Russell William Nelson, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
4.8 
4.9 
3.3 
42 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Farsi, Russian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Ventura , CASherman Oaks , CAMonterey , CAThousand Oaks , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University of California, Irvine Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Denton Began

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Denton Began has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Denton Began has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Marys Hospital Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Began's NPI number is 1679639074.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Michael Began accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Began has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Began?
You can find contact information for Dr. Michael Began here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Michael Began's office located?
Dr. Michael Began's office is located at 168 N Brent St Ste 505, Ventura, CA, 93003.
What languages does Dr. Michael Began speak?
Dr. Michael Began speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Began affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Began is affiliated with Community Memorial Health System.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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