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Dr. Alan Moelleken, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 63
Dr. Alan Moelleken, MD
4.2 (93 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Alan Moelleken, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 63
Santa Barbara, CA
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Alan Moelleken, MD works in Santa Barbara, CA as an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist and has 41 years experience.

They are board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and graduated from University Penn in 1983. Dr. Moelleken has has worked on more claims relating to Upper Back Pain, Herniated Disc and Intervertebral Disc Disease than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Moelleken has received an average rating of 4.2 from patients and has been reviewed 93 times. They are affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Marian Regional Medical Center. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Moelleken also speaks German and Spanish. Dr. Moelleken practices at Practice in Santa Barbara, CA and has additional offices in Bakersfield, CA, Oxnard, CA and Santa Maria, CA.

Offers Telehealth

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Insurance Accepted

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  • Dignity Health PHC EPO & HDP/HSA-CA
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

  1. 1 Carrillo Surgery Center Inc
    401 E Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Office
    2725 16th St Ste 100, Bakersfield, CA 93301
  3. 3 Office
    640 S B St Ste 250, Oxnard, CA 93030
  4. 4 Office
    326 W Main St Ste 120, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Moelleken
4.2
Based on 93 Reviews
5 Stars (72)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (4)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (14)

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Patient Reviews
Jul 19, 2023
I am very grateful to Dr. Moelleken and his team for taking such good care of me and working so hard in getting my surgery approval. I know that with Dr. Moelleken, I am in excellent skilled hands with an impressive resume. I have been waiting a while to get surgery and once the last piece of the puzzle and approval is in place, I can get fixed. I will be both relieved and excited to have him do my surgery and go back to being a productive and working healthy individual. Thank you so much.
Hannah Irwin — Jul 19, 2023
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About Me

Languages Spoken
German
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Spinal Cord Injury Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Interventional Spine Medicine
Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University Penn
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University of California Los Angeles
    1989
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • New York Downtown Hospital
    1994
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Alan Moelleken, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Moelleken accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Moelleken's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Moelleken accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Moelleken accepts here.

Dr. Moelleken frequently sees patients for Upper Back Pain, Herniated Disc and Intervertebral Disc Disease.

Yes, Dr. Moelleken speaks German and Spanish. See Dr. Moelleken's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Moelleken has a star rating of 4.2/5 and has been reviewed 93 times.

Dr. Moelleken is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Moelleken has been practicing as an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist for 41 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
  • Marian Regional Medical Center

Know Before You Go

Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)