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Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen, MD

Florence, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barrera Echegoyen, Endocrinologist in Florence, SC?

    Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Barrera Echegoyen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barrera Echegoyen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barrera Echegoyen’s office at (305) 585-1111.

    What languages does Dr. Barrera Echegoyen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Barrera Echegoyen typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Barrera Echegoyen 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. Barrera Echegoyen. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
    • Overactive Thyroid
    • Thyrotoxicosis
    • High Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Barrera Echegoyen typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Barrera Echegoyen 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. Barrera Echegoyen. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Does Dr. Barrera Echegoyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barrera Echegoyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 585-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barrera Echegoyen accept in Florence, SC?

    Dr. Barrera Echegoyen in Florence, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Barrera Echegoyen's office located?

    Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen's Primary Practice

    360 N Irby St

    Florence, SC 29501

    (305) 585-1111

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    Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen's Practice 2

    520 Thurgood Marshall Hwy Ste B

    Kingstree, SC 29556

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    Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen's Practice 3

    2724 W Palmetto St Ste 2

    Florence, SC 29501

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

    Dr. Barrera Echegoyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033643242.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barrera Echegoyen?

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

    What is Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen's specialty?

    Dr. Barrera Echegoyen is a Endocrinologist near Florence, SC.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is this Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barrera Echegoyen is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Musc Health University 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 Francisco Barrera Echegoyen accepting new patients in Florence, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francisco Barrera Echegoyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barrera Echegoyen's office at (305) 585-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Francisco Barrera Echegoyen?

    Please contact Dr. Barrera Echegoyen's office at (305) 585-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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