Shawn Barnes, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Shawn Barnes is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Encinitas, CA with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Shawn Barnes, M.D. has been part of the Encinitas medical community since 2012 in independent practice. With 14+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Encinitas area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, anxiety, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 51% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
121 West E St., Encinitas, CA 92024
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
32
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
53
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
576
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $205k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Anxiety Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
14 years in practice
Established
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
Mailing address
1160 N. Coast Hwy 101 #232121, Encinitas, CA 92023-2121
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Long-term
CMS Certification Number: 192008
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Shawn Barnes
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shawn Barnes for blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling, cholesterol management — no travel to Encinitas 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 Shawn Barnes
Dr. Barnes is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Encinitas, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 487-8344.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Shawn Barnes
Practice Location
121 West E St., Encinitas, CA 92024
Mailing Address
1160 N. Coast Hwy 101 #232121, Encinitas, CA 92023-2121
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