Dr. Omar Barakat, MD
Houston, TX
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barakat, Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Omar Barakat, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Barakat graduated from Aleppo University and completed his residency at Episcopal Hosp (Tuhs), General Surgery. Dr. Barakat is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barakat’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barakat’s office.
Where did Dr. Barakat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Episcopal Hosp (Tuhs), General Surgery
Medical School: Aleppo University | Aleppo University
What languages does Dr. Barakat speak?
Dr. Barakat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Barakat treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Barakat 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. Barakat. 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:
- Liver Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Intestinal Fistula
- Colonic Disease
- Fistulas
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel fistula
- Enteric fistula
- Abdominal fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K632: Fistula of intestine
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Does Dr. Barakat accept my insurance?
Dr. Barakat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barakat accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Barakat in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Assurant
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Barakat's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Texas Super Doctors
What is Dr. Barakat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barakat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649260969.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barakat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barakat
What is Dr. Omar Barakat's specialty?
Dr. Barakat is a Specialist near Houston, TX. Contact Dr. Barakat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Omar Barakat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barakat is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's 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 Omar Barakat accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Omar Barakat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Barakat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barakat's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Barakat?
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