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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Barker, Internist in Swannanoa, NC?
Dr. Joseph Barker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Swannanoa, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Barker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barker’s office at (828) 733-0270.
Is Dr. Barker board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Barker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Barker speak?
Dr. Barker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Barker typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Barker 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. Barker. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Paralysis
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Barker typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Barker 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. Barker. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Barker accept my insurance?
Dr. Barker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 733-0270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barker accept in Swannanoa, NC?
Dr. Barker in Swannanoa, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Barker's office located?
What is Dr. Barker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194704817.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barker
What is Dr. Joseph Barker's specialty?
Dr. Barker is a Internist near Swannanoa, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joseph Barker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Barker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Charles A. Cannon Jr. Memorial Hospital, Watauga Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Barker accepting new patients in Swannanoa, NC?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Barker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Barker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barker's office at (828) 733-0270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Barker?
Please contact Dr. Barker's office at (828) 733-0270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Barker have?
Dr. Joseph Barker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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