36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barros, Family Medicine Specialist in Port Charlotte, FL?
Dr. Melchor Barros, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Port Charlotte, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Barros graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Barros is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barros’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barros’s office at (904) 471-2593.
Where did Dr. Barros go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Family Medicine | Howard University Program
Medical School: Howard Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Barros board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melchor Barros, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Barros speak?
Dr. Barros and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Barros treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barros 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. Barros. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Healthcare Facility Problems
- Medical Service Issues
- Healthcare System Challenges
- Access to Care Barriers
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z758: Other problems related to medical facilities and other health care
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Barros perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melchor Barros may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Barros' office.
Does Dr. Barros accept my insurance?
Dr. Barros accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 471-2593 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barros accept in Port Charlotte, FL?
Dr. Barros in Port Charlotte, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Barros' office located?
Dr. Melchor Barros' Primary Practice
19531 Cochran Blvd
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(904) 471-2593
Dr. Melchor Barros' Practice 3
3434 Hancock Bridge Pkwy Ste 301
North Fort Myers, FL 33903
What is Dr. Barros's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barros's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013900893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barros?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barros
What is Dr. Melchor Barros's specialty?
Dr. Barros is a Family Medicine Specialist near Port Charlotte, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Barros to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melchor Barros affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barros is affiliated with UF Health Flagler Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melchor Barros accepting new patients in Port Charlotte, FL?
Yes, Dr. Melchor Barros is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melchor Barros offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barros's office at (904) 471-2593 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melchor Barros?
Please contact Dr. Barros's office at (904) 471-2593 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melchor Barros have?
Dr. Melchor Barros is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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