Seth M Barnes, MD
Seth M Barnes is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Hot Springs, AR with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Seth M Barnes, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Hot Springs, AR. A University of Arkansas College of Medicine graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 43% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2351dNPPES updated 2019-12-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1662 Higdon Ferry Rd Ste 200, Hot Springs, AR 71913
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.85%
Arkansas avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.8 pts)
6.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.2%
Arkansas avg: 85.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ArkansasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
850
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,078
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
17,631
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.60M
Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.5k received from industry
110 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Seth M Barnes's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 15, 2019
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
3443 Harrison St, Batesville, AR 72501-8820
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 144038
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Seth M Barnes
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Seth M Barnes for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hot Springs 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 Seth M Barnes
Dr. Barnes is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hot Springs, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (501) 623-2781.
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
1662 Higdon Ferry Rd Ste 200, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Mailing Address
3443 Harrison St, Batesville, AR 72501-8820
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