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Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD

(92 Ratings)

Specializes in: Family Medicine

Cebu Doctors' University College of Medicine

Professional interests include: hypertension (high blood pressure), cholesterol problems (lipid disorders), osteoarthritis, and more.

1301 Plantation Island Drive S 102-b
Saint Augustine, FL 32080

(904) 471-2593

Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL specializing in family medicine. He graduated from Cebu Doctors' University College of Medicine. Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD is affiliated with Millennium Physician Group.

Office Locations

1301 Plantation Island Drive S 102-b
Saint Augustine, FL 32080

(904) 471-2593

(904) 471-4569

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Millennium Physician Group

1301 Plantation Island Drive S Suite 102b
Saint Augustine, FL 32080

(904) 471-2593

(904) 471-4569

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Some issues Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2012 were allergy testing, skin testing, minimally invasive procedures and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

allergy testing	2723
blood draw	182
cardiac procedures	19
doctor visit	1308
hospital care	823
inpatient care	823
lab tests	515
minimally invasive procedures	2723
nursing home care	74
preventive care	272
rehabilitation	171
skin testing	2723
ultrasound (sonogram)	51
vaccines	145
vascular procedures	32

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	168
cardiac procedures	23
doctor visit	984
hospital care	714
inpatient care	714
lab tests	220
nursing home care	58
preventive care	151
ultrasound (sonogram)	67
vaccines	104
vascular procedures	44

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	173
Female	210

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	314
Black	45
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	103
85 and over	67
Less than 65	76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	36
Diabetes	33
Dementia	22
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	21
doctor visit	844
hospital care	474
inpatient care	474
lab tests	112
nursing home care	12
preventive care	111
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
skin procedures	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	58
vaccines	111
vascular procedures	37

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	142
Female	161

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	248
Black	34
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	131
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	38
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	35
Dementia	19
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	26
doctor visit	788
hospital care	408
inpatient care	408
lab tests	17
nursing home care	45
preventive care	78
ultrasound (sonogram)	37
vaccines	78
vascular procedures	11

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	308
Female	348

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	536
Black	84
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	276
From 75 to 84	168
85 and over	120
Less than 65	92

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	36
Dementia	20
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	22
doctor visit	800
hospital care	294
inpatient care	294
nursing home care	115
preventive care	29
ultrasound (sonogram)	54
vaccines	29
vascular procedures	32

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	141
Female	180

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	270
Black	34
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	97
85 and over	54
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	27
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	36
Dementia	23
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	17
doctor visit	745
hospital care	325
inpatient care	325
lab tests	16
nursing home care	320
preventive care	59
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11
skin procedures	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	17
vaccines	59

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	146
Female	186

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	277
Black	36
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	133
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	67
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	43
Dementia	28
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	23
doctor visit	692
hospital care	386
inpatient care	386
nursing home care	270
preventive care	58
ultrasound (sonogram)	37
vaccines	58
vascular procedures	14

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	229
Black	31
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	91
85 and over	58
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	44
Dementia	27
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	23
doctor visit	717
hospital care	190
inpatient care	190
lab tests	20
nursing home care	158
preventive care	45
ultrasound (sonogram)	34
vaccines	45
vascular procedures	11

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	115
Female	129

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	200
Black	29
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	92
85 and over	29
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	38
Dementia	20
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	21
doctor visit	623
hospital care	135
inpatient care	135
nursing home care	122
preventive care	53
ultrasound (sonogram)	21
vaccines	53

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	166
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	28
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	37
Dementia	24
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	12
doctor visit	627
hospital care	221
inpatient care	221
lab tests	14
preventive care	65
ultrasound (sonogram)	12
vaccines	65
vascular procedures	21

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	163
Black	19
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	30
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	29
Dementia	20
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	650
hospital care	146
inpatient care	146
preventive care	12
vaccines	12

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	22
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	23
Dementia	13
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Saint Augustine, FL were allergy testing, minimally invasive procedures, skin testing and inpatient care.

allergy testing	2723
blood draw	175
cardiac procedures	20
doctor visit	798
hospital care	374
inpatient care	374
lab tests	130
minimally invasive procedures	2723
nursing home care	130
preventive care	84
rehabilitation	171
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12
skin procedures	12
skin testing	2723
ultrasound (sonogram)	38
vaccines	69
vascular procedures	25

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD.

**Gender**
Male	128
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	31
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	231
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	86
85 and over	46
Less than 65	38
65 to 74	111

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	32
Atrial Fibrillation	15
Dementia	19
Cancer	13

Education & Training

Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD graduated from Cebu Doctors' University College of Medicine. He completed residency at Howard University Hospital. He has a state license in Florida.

Medical School: Cebu Doctors' University College of Medicine

Residency: Howard University Hospital

Licensed In: Florida

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Millennium Physician Group

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.51 out of 5 stars based on 92 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Saint Augustine, FL.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Melchor G. Barros, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Novo Nordisk Inc	$723 Ozempic $228	Victoza $171	RYBELSUS $96	Tresiba $96	Xultophy 100/3.6 $51	Other $81
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$590 INVOKANA $369	XARELTO $221
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$567 FARXIGA $234	BEVESPI AEROSPHERE $108	SYMBICORT $95	BYDUREON WEEKLY $38	DUTOPROL $30	Other $62
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC	$304 LANTUS $111	TOUJEO $94	$98
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$268 FENTORA $268
Other	$2,188 ENTRESTO $152	ELIQUIS $151	Myrbetriq $133	DUAVEE $121	Impella $115	Other $1,517

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,398
Entertainment	$115
Education	$100
Gift	$28

Biography

Dr. Melchor Barros' area of specialization is family medicine. Before performing his residency at Howard University Hospital, Dr. Barros attended Cebu Doctors' University College of Medicine for medical school. He is especially interested in diabetes, thyroid problems, and hypertension (high blood pressure). His average patient rating is 4.5 stars (out of 5). Dr. Barros is conversant in Filipino. He is professionally affiliated with Millennium Physician Group.