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Dr. William Barton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Tuscaloosa, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. William Barton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Barton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barton’s office at (205) 507-1100.

    Is Dr. Barton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. William Barton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Barton speak?

    Dr. Barton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barton 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. Barton. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Barton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Barton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Barton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 507-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barton accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Dr. Barton in Tuscaloosa, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Associated Care Ventures

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Barton's office located?

    Dr. William Barton's Primary Practice

    1718 Veterans Memorial Pkwy

    Tuscaloosa, AL 35404

    (205) 507-1100

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    Dr. William Barton's Practice 2

    809 University Blvd E

    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

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    What hospitals are Dr. Barton affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Barton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dch Regional Medical Center,Tuscaloosa, AL
    Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth,Fort Worth, TX

    What is Dr. Barton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Barton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346408291.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barton?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barton

    What is Dr. William Barton's specialty?

    Dr. Barton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tuscaloosa, AL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. William Barton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barton is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. William Barton accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?

    Yes, Dr. William Barton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Barton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barton's office at (205) 507-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Barton?

    Please contact Dr. Barton's office at (205) 507-1100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Barton's office located?

    Dr. Barton's office is located in Tuscaloosa, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Barton have?

    Dr. William Barton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.