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Who is Dr. Torres Barba, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. David Torres Barba, MD, PHD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Torres Barba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres Barba’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres Barba’s office at (800) 926-8273.
What languages does Dr. Torres Barba speak?
Dr. Torres Barba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Torres Barba typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Torres Barba 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. Torres Barba. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Torres Barba typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Torres Barba may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Torres Barba's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Torres Barba accept my insurance?
Dr. Torres Barba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torres Barba accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Torres Barba 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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Torres Barba's office located?
Dr. David Torres Barba's Primary Practice
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(800) 926-8273
What is Dr. Torres Barba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torres Barba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447612676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres Barba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torres Barba
What is Dr. David Torres Barba's specialty?
Dr. Torres Barba is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. David Torres Barba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Torres Barba is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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
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Is David Torres Barba accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Torres Barba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Torres Barba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torres Barba's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Torres Barba?
Please contact Dr. Torres Barba's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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