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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barakat, Hospitalist in Festus, MO?
Dr. Ammar Barakat, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Festus, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Barakat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barakat’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barakat’s office at (636) 933-5337.
What languages does Dr. Barakat speak?
Dr. Barakat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Barakat treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Barakat 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. Barakat. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Barakat perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ammar Barakat may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Barakat's office.
Does Dr. Barakat accept my insurance?
Dr. Barakat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 933-5337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barakat accept in Festus, MO?
Dr. Barakat in Festus, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Barakat's office located?
Dr. Ammar Barakat's Primary Practice
1400 US Highway 61 Ste H1521
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 933-5337
What is Dr. Barakat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barakat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588994289.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barakat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barakat
What is Dr. Ammar Barakat's specialty?
Dr. Barakat is a Hospitalist near Festus, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Barakat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ammar Barakat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barakat is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Jefferson 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 Ammar Barakat accepting new patients in Festus, MO?
Yes, Dr. Ammar Barakat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ammar Barakat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barakat's office at (636) 933-5337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ammar Barakat?
Please contact Dr. Barakat's office at (636) 933-5337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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