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Dr. Lance Barton, MD

Fort Smith, AR

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barton, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. Lance Barton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Barton graduated from UNIVERSITY OF AR COLL OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at Uams Area Health Educ Ctrs. Dr. Barton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barton’s office at (479) 996-4111.

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

    • Residency: Uams Area Health Educ Ctrs

    • Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | UNIVERSITY OF AR COLL OF MEDICINE

    Is Dr. Barton board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lance Barton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Barton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barton typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barton 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. Barton. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barton typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lance Barton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Barton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 996-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barton accept in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. Barton in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Barton's office located?

    Dr. Lance Barton's Primary Practice

    3501 We Knight Dr

    Fort Smith, AR 72903

    (479) 996-4111

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    Mercy Clinic Family Med Greenwood

    20 N Aster St

    Greenwood, AR 72936

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    Dr. Lance Barton's Practice 3

    815 Fort St Ste A

    Barling, AR 72923

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

    Dr. Barton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427085851.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barton?

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

    What is Dr. Lance Barton's specialty?

    Dr. Barton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Smith, AR.

    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. Lance Barton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barton is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith 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

    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 Lance Barton accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Lance Barton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lance Barton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barton's office at (479) 996-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lance Barton?

    Please contact Dr. Barton's office at (479) 996-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lance Barton have?

    Dr. Lance Barton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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