Michael James Barber, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Michael James Barber is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Houston, TX with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael James Barber, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 28+ years, working in independent practice. A Boston University School of Medicine graduate since 1998, he brings 28+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, hypertension, and depression (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2180 North Loop West Suite 450, Houston, TX 77018-8002
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
98
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
203
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,043
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $310k
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, Hypertension, and Depression.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$57 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Michael James Barber's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
28 years in practice
Experienced
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Michael James Barber
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael James Barber for mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, depression management — no travel to Houston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael James Barber
NPI records show Dr. Barber as active with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (832) 384-1560.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2180 North Loop West Suite 450, Houston, TX 77018-8002
Mailing Address
2180 North Loop West Suite 450, Houston, TX 77018-8002
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