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Dr. Michel Barakat, MD

Bellingham, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barakat, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Michel Barakat, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Barakat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barakat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barakat’s office at (360) 756-6800.

    What languages does Dr. Barakat speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Barakat treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barakat 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. Barakat. 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
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • SVT
    • Rapid Heart Rate
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pacemaker Part Management
    • Pacemaker Battery Check
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Component Care
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
    • Pacemaker Battery Testing
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Clinical Research Control Examination
    • Clinical Trials
    • Research Study Checkup
    • Clinical Trial Participant Exam
    • Control Group Medical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Barakat perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michel Barakat may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Barakat's office.

    Does Dr. Barakat accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barakat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 756-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barakat accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Barakat in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

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    Where is Dr. Barakat's office located?

    Dr. Michel Barakat's Primary Practice

    2979 Squalicum Pkwy

    Bellingham, WA 98225

    (360) 756-6800

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    Dr. Michel Barakat's Practice 2

    1218 29th St Ste B

    Anacortes, WA 98221

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    Dr. Michel Barakat's Practice 3

    1990 Hospital Dr

    Sedro Woolley, WA 98284

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

    Dr. Barakat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134411341.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barakat?

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

    What is Dr. Michel Barakat's specialty?

    Dr. Barakat is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bellingham, WA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Barakat to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michel Barakat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barakat is affiliated with Peacehealth St. Joseph 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist 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 Michel Barakat accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Michel Barakat is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michel Barakat offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barakat's office at (360) 756-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michel Barakat?

    Please contact Dr. Barakat's office at (360) 756-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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