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Dr. Linda Barr, MD

Towson, MD

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barr, Pulmonologist in Towson, MD?

    Dr. Linda Barr, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Towson, MD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Barr graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Barr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barr’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barr’s office at (410) 494-1662.

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

    • Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Barr speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Barr typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Barr 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. Barr. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45998: Other asthma

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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)

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Barr typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Barr 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. Barr. 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:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Barr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 494-1662 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barr accept in Towson, MD?

    Dr. Barr in Towson, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Barr's office located?

    Dr. Linda Barr's Primary Practice

    515 Fairmount Ave Ste 500

    Towson, MD 21286

    (410) 494-1662

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    Dr. Linda Barr's Practice 2

    5601 Loch Raven Blvd

    Baltimore, MD 21239

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

    Dr. Barr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629033212.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barr?

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

    What is Dr. Linda Barr's specialty?

    Dr. Barr is a Pulmonologist near Towson, MD.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Linda Barr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barr is affiliated with University Of Maryland St. Joseph 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 Linda Barr accepting new patients in Towson, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Linda Barr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Linda Barr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barr's office at (410) 494-1662 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Linda Barr?

    Please contact Dr. Barr's office at (410) 494-1662 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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