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Who is Dr. Barnett, Neurosurgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Faith Barnett, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Barnett graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Children'S Hosp, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Barnett is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnett’s office.
Where did Dr. Barnett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Neurological Surgery | Brigham Wmns/Chlrn | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Barnett board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Faith Barnett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Barnett speak?
Dr. Barnett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Barnett typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Barnett 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. Barnett. 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:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Meninges
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Indeterminate meningeal mass
- Meninges tumor of unknown nature
- Meningeal neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D429: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of meninges, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Barnett typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Barnett 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. Barnett. 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Focused Radiation for Brain
- SRS
- Gamma Knife surgery
- CyberKnife treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion
- 61799: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, complex (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Barnett accept my insurance?
Dr. Barnett 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. Barnett accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Barnett in La Jolla, CA 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Barnett's office located?
What is Dr. Barnett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barnett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528033222.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barnett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barnett
What is Dr. Faith Barnett's specialty?
Dr. Barnett is a Neurosurgeon near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Faith Barnett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barnett is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Faith Barnett accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Faith Barnett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faith Barnett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barnett's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faith Barnett?
Please contact Dr. Barnett's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Faith Barnett have?
Dr. Faith Barnett is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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