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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barasa, Hospitalist in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Samson Barasa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Springfield, OR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Barasa is fluent in English and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barasa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barasa’s office at (541) 222-6385.
Is Dr. Barasa board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Samson Barasa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Barasa speak?
Dr. Barasa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swahili
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Barasa typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Barasa 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. Barasa. 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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Barasa typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Samson Barasa may include:
Please contact Dr. Barasa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Barasa accept my insurance?
Dr. Barasa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 222-6385 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barasa accept in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Barasa in Springfield, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advanced Health
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barasa's office located?
Dr. Samson Barasa's Primary Practice
3377 Riverbend Dr
Springfield, OR 97477
(541) 222-6385
What is Dr. Barasa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barasa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780813667.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barasa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barasa
What is Dr. Samson Barasa's specialty?
Dr. Barasa is a Hospitalist near Springfield, OR.
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 this Dr. Samson Barasa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barasa is affiliated with Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center 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
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Is Samson Barasa accepting new patients in Springfield, OR?
Yes, Dr. Samson Barasa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samson Barasa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barasa's office at (541) 222-6385 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samson Barasa?
Please contact Dr. Barasa's office at (541) 222-6385 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samson Barasa have?
Dr. Samson Barasa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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