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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baron, Cardiologist in Florence, AL?
Dr. John Baron, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Florence, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Baron graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Roger Williams Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Baron is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baron’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baron’s office at (256) 766-8570.
Where did Dr. Baron go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Roger Williams Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Roger Williams Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Is Dr. Baron board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Baron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Baron speak?
Dr. Baron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Baron treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Baron 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. Baron. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Types of Angina
- Angina
- Atypical Angina
- Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I208: Other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Coronary Angioplasty History
- Angioplasty
- Heart Angioplasty
- Coronary Artery Angioplasty
- Had Heart Stent
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9861: Coronary angioplasty status
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Baron perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Baron may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Baron's office.
Does Dr. Baron accept my insurance?
Dr. Baron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 766-8570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baron accept in Florence, AL?
Dr. Baron in Florence, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Baron's office located?
What is Dr. Baron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649263294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baron
What is Dr. John Baron's specialty?
Dr. Baron is a Cardiologist near Florence, AL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Baron to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Baron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baron is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, CT which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is John Baron accepting new patients in Florence, AL?
Yes, Dr. John Baron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Baron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baron's office at (256) 766-8570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Baron?
Please contact Dr. Baron's office at (256) 766-8570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Baron have?
Dr. John Baron is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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