Summary

Dr. Hugo Barrera is a surgeon with 34 years of experience treating patients in the Chula Vista area. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at UCSD Medical Center. Dr. Barrera specializes in general surgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques. He is fluent in Spanish and Tagalog, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Barrera practices at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and several other locations throughout Chula Vista, National City, Coronado, and San Diego. He focuses on treating hernias, including ventral and inguinal hernias, as well as gallbladder conditions. His surgical expertise includes laparoscopic procedures and gallbladder removal surgery, which often allow for faster recovery times and smaller incisions. Patients rate Dr. Barrera 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 34 years of experience
  • 82 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Hugo Hernan Barrera has 8 locations

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

Coast Surgical Group

786 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91910

Otay Lakes Surgery Center

955 Lane Ave Ste 100Chula Vista, CA 91914
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Coast Surgical Group

786 Third Ave Ste BChula Vista, CA 91910
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Paradise Valley Hospital

2400 E 4th StNational City, CA 91950

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista

435 H StChula Vista, CA 91910

Sharp Coronado Hospital

250 Prospect PlCoronado, CA 92118

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SurgeryAddiction MedicineDiagnostic RadiologySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
34 Years of Experience 67 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Chula Vista , CAPEMBROKE PINES , FLSan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hugo Hernan Barrera

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AlphaCare
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Net - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Inland Empire Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - HMO
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hugo Hernan Barrera has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hugo Hernan Barrera has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Hugo Hernan Barrera holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsd Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Maryland School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Barrera's NPI number is 1043299100.

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Dr. Hugo Barrera is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.
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Dr. Hugo Barrera's office is located at 751 Medical Center Ct, Chula Vista, CA, 91911.
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