Summary

Dr. Tara Barnett specializes in oncology, bringing 17 years of dedicated experience to cancer care. She earned her medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine/Scott and White and completed both her residency and fellowship at Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center, finishing her fellowship in 2016. Dr. Barnett holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She provides care in English.

Dr. Barnett practices at Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Hillcrest and sees patients at the Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center in Waco, Texas. Her expertise focuses on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. She performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients have given Dr. Barnett an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center - Waco

150 Hillcrest Medical BlvdWaco, TX 76712
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin Speaks English, Urdu
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Med School: Texas A and M College of Medicine/Scott and White (Education) Med School: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Med School: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Tara Barnett

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Tara Barnett has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Tara Barnett has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Tara Barnett holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center in 2016.

Residency

Completed their residency at Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center in 2012.

Medical School

Graduated from Texas A and M College of Medicine/Scott and White (Education) in 2013 and Texas A&M Health Science Center - School Of Medicine - Temple Campus (Education) in 2009.

NPI Number

Tara Barnett's NPI number is 1871737106.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Tara Barnett accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Tara Barnett accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Tara Barnett affiliated with?
Tara Barnett is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Hillcrest.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Barnett?
You can find contact information for Tara Barnett here on Vitals.
Where is Tara Barnett's office located?
Tara Barnett's office is located at 150 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX, 76712.
Does Tara Barnett accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Tara Barnett has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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