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Dr. Barbara Bachman, MD

Bellingham, WA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bachman, Surgeon in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Barbara Bachman, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Bachman graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Bachman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bachman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bachman’s office at (360) 671-9877.

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

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery | University Il College Of Med | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bachman board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Bachman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bachman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Bachman typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bachman 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. Bachman. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Bachman typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bachman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bachman. 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:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Rearrangement
    • Local Flap Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
    • 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
    • Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
    • Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

    Does Dr. Bachman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bachman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 671-9877 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bachman accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Bachman in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bachman's office located?

    Dr. Barbara Bachman's Primary Practice

    2901 Squalicum Pkwy

    Bellingham, WA 98225

    (360) 671-9877

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    Dr. Barbara Bachman's Practice 2

    1990 Hospital Dr Ste 100

    Sedro Woolley, WA 98284

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

    Dr. Bachman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437150224.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bachman?

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

    What is Dr. Barbara Bachman's specialty?

    Dr. Bachman is a Surgeon near Bellingham, WA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Barbara Bachman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bachman is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Peacehealth Southwest 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 Barbara Bachman accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Bachman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barbara Bachman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bachman's office at (360) 671-9877 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barbara Bachman?

    Please contact Dr. Bachman's office at (360) 671-9877 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Bachman have?

    Dr. Barbara Bachman is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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