- Bariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons
- TX
- Harlingen, TX
- Dr. Carlos Barba, MD
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Dr. Carlos Barba, MD
Bariatric Surgery
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Carlos A. Barba, MD, PLLC
At a Glance
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Dr. Barba's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Barba
3.8
Based on 38 ratings
| 5 Star | 66% | 66% |
| 4 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 Star | 5% | 5% |
| 2 Star | 3% | 3% |
| 1 Star | 26% | 26% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Barba to family and friends is 3.7631578 out of 5
Experience and Background Checks
Background Check
- Sexual contact with a patient (8/20/2021)View detailsAction Taken: Chaperone RequiredSummary: 37State: Texas
Dr. Barba's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Barba performs Abdominoplasty more than 99% of his peers
Dr. Barba performs this procedure more than 99% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Barba treats Umbilical Hernia more than 97% of his peers
Dr. Barba treats this condition more than 97% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Barba treats Obesity more than 94% of his peers
Dr. Barba treats this condition more than 94% of his peers
Dr. Barba's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Hernia
- Abdominal Pain
- Abdominoplasty
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Acid Reflux Surgery
- Anal and Rectal Cancer
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anorectal Abscess
- Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
- Appendectomy, Open
- Appendicitis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
- Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Bile Duct Procedure
- Biliary Dyskinesia
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Breast Cancer
- Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Colectomy
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Colon Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyst Incision and Drainage
- da Vinci® Assisted Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
- da Vinci® Gallbladder Removal
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Duodenal Polypectomy
- Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
- Esophageal Surgery
- Esophagogastroscopy
- Esophagomyotomy
- Esophagomyotomy With Robotic Assistance
- Excision of Breast Tumor
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Excision of Stomach Tumor
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
- Gallbladder Diseases
- Gallbladder Removal
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Open
- Gallstones
- Gastrectomy
- Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
- Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic
- Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
- Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastrotomy
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Hernia Repair
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hidradenitis
- Ileus
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Incisional Hernia
- Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Inguinal Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
- Intestinal Abscess
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
- Ischemic Colitis
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgery
- Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
- Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
- Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
- Laparoscopic Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hernia Repair With Robotic Assistance
- Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
- Laparotomy
- Lipomas
- Liver Cancer
- Megacolon
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Obesity
- Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
- Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Pediatric Obesity
- Pelvic Abscess
- Peptic Ulcer
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Pleural Effusion
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Puncture Aspiration
- Pyloric Stenosis
- Pyloromyotomy
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Rib Fracture
- Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Secondary Malignancies
- Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Sphincterotomy
- Stomach Surgery
- Thoracentesis
- Thyroid Biopsy
- Thyroid Cancer
- Tracheal Surgery
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Umbilical Hernia
- Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
- Ventral Hernia
- Wound Repair
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Dr. Barba accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Ambetter
- Superior Health Plan
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
- Open Access
- Open Access Plus
- Cigna-HealthSpring
- Cigna-HealthSpring HMO
- Medicare Advantage HMO
- Medicare Choice Plus PPO
- EmblemHealth
- GHI PPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Medicare Advantage PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
- Oxford Health Plans
- Freedom Plan
- UnitedHealthCare
- Choice Plus POS
- Options PPO
- Oxford Liberty
- United Healthcare
About Me
Care Philosophy
Specialties
- Bariatric Surgery
- General Surgery
Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Carlos Barba, MD?
New patients may call (956) 462-1638 to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Carlos Barba, MD accept any insurance plans?
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Healthgrades insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
Does Dr. Carlos Barba, MD accept new patients?
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Carlos Barba, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Barba's profile.
What conditions does Dr. Carlos Barba, MD treat?
Dr. Barba frequently treats the following conditions: Umbilical Hernia, Obesity, and Abdominal Hernia. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Carlos Barba, MD's office address?
Dr. Barba's office is located at 5505 S Frontage Rd Ste 301, Harlingen, TX 78550. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Carlos Barba, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Carlos Barba, MD is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center and Harlingen Medical Center.
Does Dr. Carlos Barba, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 3.8/5 for Dr. Carlos Barba, MD. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
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Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2020)
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17 Awards Received
Award Highlight: State Ranking Award - Prostate Surgery™ (2023)
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