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Dr. Christopher Barden, MD

Akron, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barden, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Christopher Barden, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Barden graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Akron General Medical Center/NEOMED Program. Dr. Barden is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barden’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barden’s office at (330) 344-1967.

    Where did Dr. Barden go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Akron General Medical Center/NEOMED Program

    • Medical School: Wright State University | Wright State University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Barden board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Barden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Barden speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barden typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barden 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. Barden. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barden typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Barden may include:

    Please contact Dr. Barden's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Barden accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 344-1967 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barden accept in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Barden in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Barden's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Barden's Primary Practice

    1 Akron General Ave

    Akron, OH 44307

    (330) 344-1967

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

    Dr. Barden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124213699.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barden?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Barden's specialty?

    Dr. Barden is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Akron, OH.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Barden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barden is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina Hospital, Aultman Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Uh Cleveland 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Christopher Barden accepting new patients in Akron, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Barden is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Barden offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barden's office at (330) 344-1967 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Barden?

    Please contact Dr. Barden's office at (330) 344-1967 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Barden have?

    Dr. Christopher Barden is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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