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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barrero, Nephrologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Jorge Barrero, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Barrero completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Nephrology; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Barrero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barrero’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barrero’s office at (954) 958-7576.
Where did Dr. Barrero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Nephrology; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Nac De La Plata- Fac De Cien Med
What languages does Dr. Barrero speak?
Dr. Barrero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Barrero typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Barrero 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. Barrero. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Barrero typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Barrero may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Barrero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Barrero accept my insurance?
Dr. Barrero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 958-7576 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barrero accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Barrero in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barrero's office located?
Dr. Jorge Barrero's Primary Practice
5700 N Federal Hwy Ste 6
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 958-7576
What is Dr. Barrero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barrero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447417175.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barrero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barrero
What is Dr. Jorge Barrero's specialty?
Dr. Barrero is a Nephrologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Jorge Barrero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barrero is affiliated with Holy Cross Health, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jorge Barrero accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Barrero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Barrero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barrero's office at (954) 958-7576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Barrero?
Please contact Dr. Barrero's office at (954) 958-7576 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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