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Dr. Kristen Barrett, MD

Bellingham, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barrett, Gastroenterologist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Kristen Barrett, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Barrett graduated from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain and completed her residency at University of New Mexico Program. Dr. Barrett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barrett’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barrett’s office at (406) 327-4542.

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

    • Residency: University of New Mexico Program

    • Medical School: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain

    What languages does Dr. Barrett speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Barrett treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Barrett 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. Barrett. 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:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Vomiting Blood
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
    • Hematemesis
    • Bloody Vomit
    • Upper GI Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
    • K920: Hematemesis

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Bleeding Stomach Ulcer
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Peptic Ulcer
    • Hemorrhaging Gastric Ulcer
    • Stomach Ulcer with Bleeding
    • Chronic Bleeding Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K254: Chronic or unspecified gastric ulcer with hemorrhage

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Food Stuck in Esophagus
    • Foreign Bodies
    • Food lodged in food pipe
    • Choking on food
    • Food obstruction in throat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T18128A: Food in esophagus causing other injury, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
    • Acute Pancreas Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Does Dr. Barrett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barrett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 327-4542 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barrett accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Barrett in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Barrett's office located?

    Dr. Kristen Barrett's Primary Practice

    4545 Cordata Pkwy Ste 1B

    Bellingham, WA 98226

    (406) 327-4542

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    Dr. Kristen Barrett's Practice 2

    16 N Miles Ave

    Hardin, MT 59034

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    Dr. Kristen Barrett's Practice 3

    1233 N 30th St

    Billings, MT 59101

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

    Dr. Barrett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538455704.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barrett?

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

    What is Dr. Kristen Barrett's specialty?

    Dr. Barrett is a Gastroenterologist near Bellingham, WA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Barrett to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kristen Barrett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barrett is affiliated with Banner Estrella Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Peacehealth St. Joseph 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

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    Is Kristen Barrett accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Barrett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristen Barrett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barrett's office at (406) 327-4542 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristen Barrett?

    Please contact Dr. Barrett's office at (406) 327-4542 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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