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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baren, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Peter Baren, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Baren graduated from Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Agnes Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Baren is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baren’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baren’s office at (205) 836-3455.
Where did Dr. Baren go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Agnes Hosp, General Surgery | St Agnes HealthCare Program
Medical School: University Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris | Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina | Xiangya School of Medicine
Is Dr. Baren board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Baren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Baren speak?
Dr. Baren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baren typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Baren 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. Baren. 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.
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioid Withdrawal
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
- Opioid detox
- Opioid withdrawal syndrome
- Coming off opioids
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
- F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baren typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Baren may include:
Please contact Dr. Baren's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Baren accept my insurance?
Dr. Baren accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 836-3455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baren accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Baren in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Baren's office located?
What is Dr. Baren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902877483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baren
What is Dr. Peter Baren's specialty?
Dr. Baren is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Peter Baren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baren is affiliated with Uab 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
When to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Peter Baren accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Peter Baren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Baren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baren's office at (205) 836-3455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Baren?
Please contact Dr. Baren's office at (205) 836-3455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Baren have?
Dr. Peter Baren is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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