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Dr. James Barnes, MD

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barnes, Surgeon in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. James Barnes, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Barnes graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and completed his residency at University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences. Dr. Barnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnes’s office at (318) 798-4433.

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

    • Residency: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences

    • Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

    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 Surgeon, 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:

    • Moderate Malnutrition
    • Mild Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
    • Moderate Underweight
    • Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Mild Nutritional Deficiency
    • Slight Underweight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
    • E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Incision Hernia
    • Strangulated Incisional Hernia
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Malabsorption After Surgery
    • After Surgery
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Postoperative Malabsorption
    • Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
    • Surgical Malabsorption

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Liver
    • Liver Disease
    • Hepatomegaly
    • Swollen liver
    • Liver enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrojejunal Ulcer
    • Peptic Ulcer
    • Ulcer after stomach surgery
    • Anastomotic ulcer
    • Marginal ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K289: Gastrojejunal ulcer, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Which procedures does Dr. Barnes perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. James Barnes may include:

    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 (318) 798-4433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barnes accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Barnes in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Barnes' office located?

    Dr. James Barnes' Primary Practice

    1455 E Bert Kouns Ind Loop

    Shreveport, LA 71105

    (318) 798-4433

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    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 1033158837.

    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. James Barnes's specialty?

    Dr. Barnes is a Surgeon near Shreveport, LA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Barnes to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Barnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barnes is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 James Barnes accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. James Barnes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Barnes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barnes's office at (318) 798-4433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Barnes?

    Please contact Dr. Barnes's office at (318) 798-4433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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