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Dr. Carl Barus, MD

Dr. Carl Barus, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lewiston, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barus, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lewiston, ME?

    Dr. Carl Barus, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lewiston, ME with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Barus completed his residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Dr. Barus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barus’s office at (207) 795-0111.

    Where did Dr. Barus go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: SUNY Upstate Medical University Affiliated Hospitals

    What languages does Dr. Barus speak?

    Dr. Barus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barus typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barus 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. Barus. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Infectious Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold
    • Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barus typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carl Barus may include:

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

    Does Dr. Barus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 795-0111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barus accept in Lewiston, ME?

    Dr. Barus in Lewiston, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Barus' office located?

    Dr. Carl Barus' Primary Practice

    300 Main St

    Lewiston, ME 04240

    (207) 795-0111

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    Dr. Carl Barus' Practice 2

    420 Franklin St

    Rumford, ME 04276

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP)

    Member

    American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

    Member

    What is Dr. Barus's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Barus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821244369.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barus?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barus

    What is Dr. Carl Barus's specialty?

    Dr. Barus is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lewiston, ME.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Carl Barus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barus is affiliated with Central Maine Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Northern Light Mercy 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Carl Barus accepting new patients in Lewiston, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Barus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carl Barus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barus' office at (207) 795-0111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carl Barus?

    Please contact Dr. Barus' office at (207) 795-0111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Barus' office located?

    Dr. Barus' offices are located in Lewiston, ME and Rumford, ME.