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Dr. Ammar Barakat, MD

Festus, MO

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    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. 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Barakat typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Barakat typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ammar Barakat may include:

    Please contact Dr. Barakat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • 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

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    Dr. Ammar Barakat's Practice 2

    800 Ste Genevieve Dr

    Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670

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    Dr. Ammar Barakat's Practice 3

    434 N West St

    Perryville, MO 63775

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    What hospitals are Dr. Barakat affiliated with?

    Dr. Barakat has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Gateway Regional Medical Center,Granite City, IL
    Mercy Hospital Jefferson,Crystal Cty, MO
    Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital,Sainte Genevieve, MO
    Bjc Healthcare - Memorial Hospital,Belleville, IL

    What is Dr. Barakat's NPI number?A 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.

    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 Dr. Ammar Barakat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Barakat is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Gateway Regional Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Jefferson, Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital, Bjc Healthcare - Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Ammar Barakat?

    Please contact Dr. Barakat's office at (636) 933-5337 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Barakat's office located?

    Dr. Barakat's offices are located in Festus, MO, Sainte Genevieve, MO, and Perryville, MO.