Summary

Dr. Ronnie Claiborne is a family medicine physician who has dedicated nearly four decades to caring for patients across all ages. They earned their medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed residency training at Kern Medical Center. With 39 years of clinical experience, Dr. Claiborne brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive family healthcare. They are fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling effective communication with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Claiborne practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield and Taft, California, with primary affiliations at Good Samaritan Hospital. Their expertise includes managing high blood pressure conditions and providing pediatric care. They perform diagnostic heart monitoring through electrocardiograms and assists patients with diabetes management using insulin delivery devices. Patients consistently rate Dr. Claiborne highly for their care, with an average rating of 4.4 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 39 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kern Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ronnie Claiborne has 7 locations

Central Valley Medical Group

333 S 10th St Ste 103Taft, CA 93268
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

Central Valley Medical Group

1925 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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

Kern Medical Center

1700 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, CA 93306

Adventist Health Bakersfield

2615 Chester AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Bakersfield Heart Hospital

3001 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308

Mercy Hospital Downtown

2215 Truxtun AveBakersfield, CA 93301

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Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Ben-Gurion University Of The Negev Faculty Of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ronnie Claiborne

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Legacy Health
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • PreferredOne
  • QualCare
  • QualCare - IPA
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ronnie Claiborne has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ronnie Claiborne has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Ronnie Claiborne holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kern Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Claiborne's NPI number is 1578503256.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Ronnie Claiborne accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Dr. Ronnie Claiborne speak?
Dr. Ronnie Claiborne speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ronnie Claiborne affiliated with?
Dr. Ronnie Claiborne is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.
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