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Edward S. Barnes, MD

Edward S. Barnes, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Internal Medicine

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

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122 reviews

  • Apr 23, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Barnes is an attentive healthcare professional. He is responsive to follow up questions related to my test results.

  • Apr 22, 2026
    Verified Review

    Great Dr and knows his stuff

  • Apr 21, 2026
    Verified Review

    I’ve been coming to Dr. Barnes for my annual check ups for several years. Though he’s a good doctor,It always feels rushed and superficial and I definitely do not feel cared for. There is no follow up with the results and the visit normally lasts less than 10 minutes. Disappointing.

  • Apr 20, 2026
    Verified Review

    Because Dr Barnes has been the anchor of my overall health looking at the full picture of my wellness, and he has been doing the excellent job as my prior responses indicate.

  • Apr 18, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very thorough. Gladly answers all questions. He responds quickly through MyChart. Great doctor.

  • Apr 17, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is the best

  • Apr 15, 2026
    Verified Review

    well informed and caring

  • Apr 12, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very knowledgeable and experienced and a good listener.

  • Apr 10, 2026
    Verified Review

    I like him and how he handles me as a patient

  • Apr 8, 2026
    Verified Review

    Has been my GP for 30 years and is completely thorough.

  • Apr 8, 2026
    Verified Review

    all aspects

  • Mar 31, 2026
    Verified Review

    Wonderful doctor

  • Mar 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    listens;

  • Mar 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very caring with his patients

  • Mar 21, 2026
    Verified Review

    My primary doc for approximately 30 years; that says it all.

  • Mar 21, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Barnes has been my doctor for over twenty years who is very attentive to my ailments/needs. He is the best.

  • Mar 15, 2026
    Verified Review

    As a doctor he’s exactly the kind of medical professional I look for.

  • Mar 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    Because his knowledge is profuse and he is consistently caring.

  • Mar 13, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is the best Doctor that I have ever known

  • Mar 5, 2026
    Verified Review

    I am a long time patient. Very satisfied with his personal care. And very satisfied with referral he has given to other specialists.

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  • About Edward S. Barnes, MD

    Dr. Edward S. Barnes is a board-certified internist with decades of experience in clinical and academic medicine. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU School of Medicine and specializes in preventive care and chronic disease management.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Barnes is committed to thorough, thoughtful care that supports long-term health.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine

    Licenses

    NY, 165913

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1356340145

  • Insurance Accepted

    This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.

    • 1199
    • Aetna
    • Affinity
    • Anthem BCBS
    • CDPHP
    • CHN
    • Centivo
    • Cigna
    • Coventry
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Healthfirst
    • Humana
    • MVP Healthcare
    • MagnaCare
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare
    • MetroPlus
    • MultiPlan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell Direct
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • TRICARE
    • UMR
  • Medical School

    • Mount Sinai School of Medicine-NY

    Residency

    • New York University