EverydayHealthLogo
JB

Dr. James Barrios, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barrios, Cardiologist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. James Barrios, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Barrios is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barrios’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barrios’s office at (225) 766-2226.

    What languages does Dr. Barrios speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Barrios treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Barrios 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. Barrios. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    What procedures does Dr. Barrios perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Barrios 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. Barrios. 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:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
    • Transcatheter Pacemaker
    • Wireless Pacemaker Implant
    • Right Ventricular Pacemaker

    CPT Codes:

    • 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Does Dr. Barrios accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barrios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 766-2226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barrios accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Barrios in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Barrios' office located?

    Dr. James Barrios' Primary Practice

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 1000

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 766-2226

    Get Directions

    Dr. James Barrios' Practice 2

    8595 Picardy Ave Ste 202

    Baton Rouge, LA 70809

    Get Directions

    Dr. James Barrios' Practice 3

    1201 11th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35205

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Barrios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366839490.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barrios?

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

    What is Dr. James Barrios's specialty?

    Dr. Barrios is a Cardiologist near Baton Rouge, LA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Barrios to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Barrios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barrios is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Lake Charles Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 James Barrios accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. James Barrios is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Barrios offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barrios's office at (225) 766-2226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Barrios?

    Please contact Dr. Barrios's office at (225) 766-2226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Other Cardiologist Near Baton Rouge, LA

    MM
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Baton Rouge, LA
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Baton Rouge, LA
    Dr. John Gulotta, MD

    Interventional Cardiologist

    Baton Rouge, LA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists