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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. He is board certified. 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
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
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:
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Paralysis
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Myopathy
- Muscle Spasms
- Muscle Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Immune Myopathy
- Inflammatory Muscle Disease
- Autoimmune Myopathy
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7249: Other inflammatory and immune myopathies, not elsewhere classified
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Muscle Twitching
- Movement Disorder
- Fasciculation
- Muscle spasms
- Muscle tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R253: Fasciculation
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Which procedures does Dr. Barnes perform as a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist?
As a Neuromusculoskeletal & OMM Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Barnes may include:
- Bone Adjustment
- Muscle Adjustment
- Neuromuscular Specialist Consultation
- Neuromuscular Specialist Follow Up
- Osteopathic Consultation
- Osteopathic Manipulation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Barnes' office.
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
Alliant Health Plans
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Trustmark Insurance Company
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 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 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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