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32 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Barnett, Infectious Disease Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ben Barnett, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Barnett graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at EMORY HEALTHCARE. Dr. Barnett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnett’s office at (713) 873-3700.
Where did Dr. Barnett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: EMORY HEALTHCARE
Medical School: Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Barnett board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ben Barnett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Barnett speak?
Dr. Barnett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Barnett typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Barnett 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. Barnett. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Barnett typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ben Barnett may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Barnett's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Barnett accept my insurance?
Dr. Barnett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 873-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barnett accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Barnett in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barnett's office located?
720 Gulf States Hemphilia/Thrombophilia Clinic
5656 Kelley St Fl 2
Houston, TX 77026
(713) 873-3700
What is Dr. Barnett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barnett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457379687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barnett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barnett
What is Dr. Ben Barnett's specialty?
Dr. Barnett is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Ben Barnett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Barnett is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ben Taub Hospital, Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ben Barnett accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ben Barnett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ben Barnett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barnett's office at (713) 873-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ben Barnett?
Please contact Dr. Barnett's office at (713) 873-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ben Barnett have?
Dr. Ben Barnett is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Barnett
720 Gulf States Hemphilia/Thrombophilia Clinic
5656 Kelley St Fl 2
Houston, TX 77026