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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barnes, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Meredith Barnes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Barnes graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Barnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnes’s office at (858) 347-0976.
Where did Dr. Barnes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Barnes speak?
Dr. Barnes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Barnes typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Barnes 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. Barnes. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Barnes typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Barnes 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. Barnes. 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Barnes accept my insurance?
Dr. Barnes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 347-0976 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barnes accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Barnes in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Imperial Health Holdings
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barnes' office located?
Dr. Meredith Barnes' Primary Practice
4405 Vandever Ave
San Diego, CA 92120
(858) 347-0976
What is Dr. Barnes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174848469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barnes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barnes
What is Dr. Meredith Barnes's specialty?
Dr. Barnes is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Meredith Barnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barnes is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Meredith Barnes accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Meredith Barnes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meredith Barnes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barnes's office at (858) 347-0976 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meredith Barnes?
Please contact Dr. Barnes's office at (858) 347-0976 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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