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Dr. Benjamin Barnes, MD
Augusta, GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barnes, Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Benjamin Barnes, MD is a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Barnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnes’s office at (706) 721-1459.
What languages does Dr. Barnes speak?
Dr. Barnes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Barnes treat?
As a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, Dr. Barnes 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. Barnes. 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:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Inherited Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Genetic SMA
- Familial Spinal Atrophy
- Hereditary Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G121: Other inherited spinal muscular atrophy
Also known as:
- Myotonic Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic dystrophy
- DM', 'Steinert's Disease
- Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Paralysis
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
What procedures does Dr. Barnes perform?
As a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, Dr. Barnes 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. Barnes. 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:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
CPT Codes:
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Trunk Muscle Relaxing Injection
- Chemodenervation of Trunk Muscles
- Muscle Spasm Injection (Trunk)
- Botox for Trunk Muscles
CPT Codes:
- 64646: Chemodenervation of trunk muscle(s); 1-5 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Does Dr. Barnes accept my insurance?
Dr. Barnes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 721-1459 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barnes accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Barnes in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Barnes' office located?
What is Dr. Barnes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760866545.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barnes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barnes
What is Dr. Benjamin Barnes's specialty?
Dr. Barnes is a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist near Augusta, GA. A physician specializing in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine pays special attention to the neuromusculoskeletal system and its relationships with other body systems. This field encompasses a thorough understanding of osteopathic principles and practices, coupled with enhanced technical skills in osteopathic manipulative medicine, which are integrated into the management of patients across all age groups, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. Contact Dr. Barnes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Barnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barnes is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Augusta University Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist?
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Is Benjamin Barnes accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Barnes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Barnes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barnes's office at (706) 721-1459 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Barnes?
Please contact Dr. Barnes's office at (706) 721-1459 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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