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Dr. George Barros, MD

Pembroke Pines, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barros, Pulmonologist in Pembroke Pines, FL?

    Dr. George Barros, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Pembroke Pines, FL. Dr. Barros graduated from Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program. Dr. Barros is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barros’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barros’s office at (954) 431-7323.

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

    • Residency: New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Barros speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Barros treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Barros 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. Barros. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Asthma Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45998: Other asthma

    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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Rare interstitial lung conditions
    • Uncommon lung scarring diseases
    • Other ILD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases

    Also known as:

    • Other Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J188: Other pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Pulmonary Edema
    • Lung Disease
    • Sudden Fluid in Lungs
    • Acute Lung Congestion
    • Flash Pulmonary Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J810: Acute pulmonary edema

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bronchitis
    • Long-term Bronchitis
    • Persistent Bronchitis
    • Inflamed Airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J42: Unspecified chronic bronchitis

    What procedures does Dr. Barros perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Barros 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. Barros. 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:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Does Dr. Barros accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barros accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 431-7323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barros accept in Pembroke Pines, FL?

    Dr. Barros in Pembroke Pines, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Barros' office located?

    Dr. George Barros' Primary Practice

    601 N Flamingo Rd

    Pembroke Pines, FL 33028

    (954) 431-7323

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

    Dr. Barros's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740214451.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barros?

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

    What is Dr. George Barros's specialty?

    Dr. Barros is a Pulmonologist near Pembroke Pines, FL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Barros to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Barros affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barros is affiliated with Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Regional Hospital 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 George Barros accepting new patients in Pembroke Pines, FL?

    Yes, Dr. George Barros is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Barros offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barros's office at (954) 431-7323 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Barros?

    Please contact Dr. Barros's office at (954) 431-7323 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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