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Dr. Alejandro Barrera, MD

Dr. Alejandro Barrera, MD

Harlingen, TX

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. Dr. Barrera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barrera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Barrera typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • First Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision
    • Early pregnancy care
    • First trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in early pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
    • Z3491: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, first 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Barrera typically perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Barrera 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
    • D&C for Missed Abortion
    • Surgical Miscarriage Management
    • First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • Postpartum Check-up
    • Postpartum Care
    • After Birth Care
    • Maternity Follow-up
    • Postnatal Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 59430: Postpartum care only (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation
    • Minimally Invasive Tubal Ligation
    • Keyhole Fallopian Tube Sealing
    • Laparoscopic Oviduct Fulguration
    • Laparoscopic Tube Tying

    CPT Codes:

    • 58670: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration of oviducts (with or without transection)

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

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    Suite 307

    5700 N Expressway Ste 307

    Brownsville, TX 78526

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    Dr. Alejandro Barrera's Practice 3

    2101 Pease St

    Harlingen, TX 78550

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    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.

    What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Alejandro Barrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barrera is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional 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 an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN). 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 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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