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Dr. Barbara Comess, MD

Rancho Mirage, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Comess, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Barbara Comess, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Comess completed her residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Comess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Comess’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Comess’s office at (760) 340-3911.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine

    Is Dr. Comess board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Comess, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Comess speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Comess treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Comess 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. Comess. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Cells in Lung Samples
    • Atypical Lung Cells
    • Lung Cytology Abnormal
    • Cell Changes in Respiratory Samples

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R846: Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Plasma Protein Metabolism Disorder
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Protein Metabolism Problem
    • Blood Protein Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8809: Other disorders of plasma-protein metabolism, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Bone Disorder
    • Bone Disease
    • General bone problem
    • Undiagnosed bone condition
    • Bone disease not specified

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Cells in Digestive Organs or Abdomen
    • Abnormal abdominal cytology
    • Unusual cells in digestive system
    • Abnormal GI tract cells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R8569: Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from other digestive organs and abdominal cavity

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Does Dr. Comess accept my insurance?

    Dr. Comess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 340-3911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Comess accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Comess in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlphaCare

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Comess' office located?

    Dr. Barbara Comess' Primary Practice

    39000 Bob Hope Dr

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    (760) 340-3911

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    Dr. Barbara Comess' Practice 2

    39950 Vista del Sol

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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

    Dr. Comess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396739090.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Comess?

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

    What is Dr. Barbara Comess's specialty?

    Dr. Comess is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Rancho Mirage, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Comess to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Comess is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

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    Is Barbara Comess accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Barbara Comess offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Comess's office at (760) 340-3911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barbara Comess?

    Please contact Dr. Comess's office at (760) 340-3911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Comess have?

    Dr. Barbara Comess is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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