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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barnes, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Barrett Barnes, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Barnes graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Barnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnes’s office at (540) 678-3950.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Barnes?
Dr. Barrett Barnes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Barnes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Liver Disease, Nutrition, Obesity, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville, VA community, Dr. Barnes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Barnes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of Virginia Program
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Barnes board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Barrett Barnes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Barnes typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Allergic Stomach and Colon Inflammation
- Food Allergy
- Gastroenteritis
- Food Allergy Gastroenteritis
- Diet-Related Colitis
- Allergic Enterocolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5229: Other allergic and dietetic gastroenteritis and colitis
Also known as:
- Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome
- Food Allergy
- Gastroenteritis
- FPIES
- Food Protein Allergy
- Infant Food Allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5221: Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Barnes typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Barnes performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
Also known as:
- 24-Hour Esophageal pH and Impedance Test
- Esophageal pH Test
- Prolonged Esophageal Reflux Test
- Esophageal Impedance Monitoring
- GERD Monitoring Test
- Nasal Catheter Reflux Test
CPT Codes:
- 91038: Esophageal function test, gastroesophageal reflux test with nasal catheter intraluminal impedance electrode(s) placement, recording, analysis and interpretation; prolonged (greater than 1 hour, up to 24 hours)
Does Dr. Barnes accept my insurance?
Dr. Barnes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 678-3950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barnes accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Barnes in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barnes' office located?
Dr. Barrett Barnes' Primary Practice
1215 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(540) 678-3950
What is Dr. Barnes's NPI number?An 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 1184709834.
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. Barrett Barnes's specialty?
Dr. Barnes is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Charlottesville, VA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Barrett Barnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barnes is affiliated with Uva University Hospital 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 Barrett Barnes accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Barrett Barnes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barrett Barnes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barnes's office at (540) 678-3950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barrett Barnes?
Please contact Dr. Barnes's office at (540) 678-3950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Barrett Barnes have?
Dr. Barrett Barnes is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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