Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barrera, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Alejandro Barrera, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Harlingen, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Barrera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barrera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barrera’s office at (956) 350-4645.
Is Dr. Barrera board certified in Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Barrera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Barrera speak?
Dr. Barrera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Barrera treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Barrera 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. Barrera. 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:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0991: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester
- O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
- O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
Also known as:
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
- Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Normal Pregnancy Supervision
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3491: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester
- Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
- Z3492: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
Also known as:
- Unspecified High-Risk Pregnancy Supervision
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- General high-risk pregnancy monitoring
- Managing unspecified high-risk pregnancy
- High-risk pregnancy care (general)
- Monitoring for unknown pregnancy risks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0992: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
Also known as:
- Second-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
- First-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
- Postpartum Care
- Wounds and Injuries
- Moderate vaginal tear
- Second degree tear after birth
- Perineal muscle tear
- Minor vaginal tear
- Superficial perineal laceration
- First degree tear after birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O701: Second degree perineal laceration during delivery
- O700: First degree perineal laceration during delivery
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Birth Control Management (Unspecified)
- Birth Control
- General contraceptive care
- Family planning management
- Birth control services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z309: Encounter for contraceptive management, unspecified
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Which procedures does Dr. Barrera perform as a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by an Dr. Alejandro Barrera may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Barrera's office.
Does Dr. Barrera accept my insurance?
Dr. Barrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 350-4645 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barrera accept in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Barrera in Harlingen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community First Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Driscoll Health Plan
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Barrera's office located?
Dr. Alejandro Barrera's Primary Practice
1706 Treasure Hills Blvd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 350-4645
Dr. Alejandro Barrera's Practice 2
5700 N Expressway Ste 307
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 350-4645
What is Dr. Barrera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750527156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barrera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barrera
What is Dr. Alejandro Barrera's specialty?
Dr. Barrera is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Harlingen, TX. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Barrera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Barrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barrera is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center — Harlingen 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is Alejandro Barrera accepting new patients in Harlingen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Barrera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Barrera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barrera's office at (956) 350-4645 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Barrera?
Please contact Dr. Barrera's office at (956) 350-4645 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro Barrera have?
Dr. Alejandro Barrera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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