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Dr. Megan Barnes, MD

Hospitalist, Internist, Pediatrician

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barnes, Hospitalist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Megan Barnes, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Barnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnes’s office at (885) 848-7888.

    What languages does Dr. Barnes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Barnes typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Barnes 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. Barnes. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Barnes typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Megan Barnes may include:

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

    Does Dr. Barnes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barnes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (885) 848-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barnes accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Barnes in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Barnes' office located?

    Dr. Megan Barnes' Primary Practice

    251 E Huron St Ste 16

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (885) 848-7888

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    Dr. Megan Barnes' Practice 2

    2160 S 1st Ave

    Maywood, IL 60153

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

    Dr. Barnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952938037.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barnes?

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

    What is Dr. Megan Barnes's specialty?

    Dr. Barnes is a Hospitalist near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Megan Barnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barnes is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Megan Barnes accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Megan Barnes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Megan Barnes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barnes' office at (885) 848-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Megan Barnes?

    Please contact Dr. Barnes' office at (885) 848-7888 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Barnes' office located?

    Dr. Barnes' offices are located in Chicago, IL and Maywood, IL.