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Who is Dr. Barrera, Pediatrician in Austin, TX?
Dr. Geshia Barrera, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Barrera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barrera’s office at (512) 282-8967.
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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Barrera typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Barrera typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Barrera accept my insurance?
Dr. Barrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 282-8967 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barrera accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Barrera in Austin, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Other TPA
Sendero Health Plans
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barrera's office located?
Dr. Geshia Barrera's Primary Practice
1807 W Slaughter Ln Ste 490
Austin, TX 78748
(512) 282-8967
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 1295053643.
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. Geshia Barrera's specialty?
Dr. Barrera is a Pediatrician near Austin, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Geshia Barrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barrera is affiliated with Ascension Seton Southwest Hospital, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, Heart Hospital Of Austin 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Geshia Barrera accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Geshia Barrera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Geshia Barrera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barrera's office at (512) 282-8967 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Geshia Barrera?
Please contact Dr. Barrera's office at (512) 282-8967 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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