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Who is Dr. Barger, Infectious Disease Specialist in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Melissa Barger, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Barger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barger’s office at (805) 682-7111.
What languages does Dr. Barger speak?
Dr. Barger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Barger typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Barger 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. Barger. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Barger typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Barger 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. Barger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Barger accept my insurance?
Dr. Barger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 682-7111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barger accept in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Barger in Ventura, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Clinicas del Camino Real
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Ventura County Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Barger's office located?
What is Dr. Barger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598020968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barger
What is Dr. Melissa Barger's specialty?
Dr. Barger is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Ventura, CA.
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. Melissa Barger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Barger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ventura County 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. 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 Melissa Barger accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Barger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Barger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barger's office at (805) 682-7111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Barger?
Please contact Dr. Barger's office at (805) 682-7111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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