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Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barrow, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Alvin Barrow, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Barrow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barrow’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barrow’s office at (713) 442-0000.
What languages does Dr. Barrow speak?
Dr. Barrow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barrow typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barrow 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. Barrow. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barrow typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alvin Barrow may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Barrow's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Barrow accept my insurance?
Dr. Barrow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 442-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barrow accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Barrow in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
US Health Group
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Where is Dr. Barrow's office located?
Dr. Alvin Barrow also offers virtual visits
Dr. Alvin Barrow's Primary Practice
560 Meyerland Plaza Mall
Houston, TX 77096
(713) 442-0000
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alvin Barrow?
Dr. Barrow has appointments available at his Houston, TX office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Barrow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barrow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255517231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barrow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barrow
What is Dr. Alvin Barrow's specialty?
Dr. Barrow is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Alvin Barrow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barrow is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Alvin Barrow accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Barrow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin Barrow offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Barrow, or call (713) 442-0000 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin Barrow?
Yes, Dr. Barrow offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Barrow, or call (713) 442-0000 for more information.
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