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Dr. Scott Barber, MD

Hershey, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barber, Pediatrician in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Scott Barber, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Barber is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barber’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barber’s office at (562) 903-7976.

    What languages does Dr. Barber speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Barber treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Barber 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. Barber. 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:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Severe Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Severe Asthma
    • Acute Severe Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Infection
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
    • Pyelonephritis
    • Acute Kidney Infection
    • Renal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N10: Acute pyelonephritis

    Which procedures does Dr. Barber perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Scott Barber may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Barber's office.

    Does Dr. Barber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 903-7976 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barber accept in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Barber in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Barber's office located?

    Dr. Scott Barber's Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

    (562) 903-7976

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    Dr. Scott Barber's Practice 2

    420 S 5th Ave

    Reading, PA 19611

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

    Dr. Barber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356979389.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barber?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Barber's specialty?

    Dr. Barber is a Pediatrician near Hershey, PA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Barber to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Barber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barber is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Scott Barber accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Barber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Barber offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barber's office at (562) 903-7976 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Barber?

    Please contact Dr. Barber's office at (562) 903-7976 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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