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Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron, MD

Pensacola, FL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith-Barron, Pediatrician in Pensacola, FL?

    Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Pensacola, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Smith-Barron is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith-Barron’s office at (904) 642-6100.

    Is Dr. Smith-Barron board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Smith-Barron speak?

    Dr. Smith-Barron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Smith-Barron typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Smith-Barron 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. Smith-Barron. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    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:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Smith-Barron typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron may include:

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

    Does Dr. Smith-Barron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith-Barron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 642-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith-Barron accept in Pensacola, FL?

    Dr. Smith-Barron in Pensacola, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Florida

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Smith-Barron's office located?

    Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron's Primary Practice

    5151 N 9th Ave

    Pensacola, FL 32504

    (904) 642-6100

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    Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron's Practice 2

    1657 Trinity Dr

    Pensacola, FL 32504

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

    Dr. Smith-Barron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740357284.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith-Barron?

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

    What is Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron's specialty?

    Dr. Smith-Barron is a Pediatrician near Pensacola, FL.

    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. Karimu Smith-Barron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith-Barron is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Karimu Smith-Barron accepting new patients in Pensacola, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith-Barron's office at (904) 642-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karimu Smith-Barron?

    Please contact Dr. Smith-Barron's office at (904) 642-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron have?

    Dr. Karimu Smith-Barron is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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