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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balser, Physiatrist in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. David Balser, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Balser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balser’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balser’s office at (651) 232-2273.
What languages does Dr. Balser speak?
Dr. Balser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balser treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Balser diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Balser. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Loss of Lower Right Leg
- Lost left leg below knee
- Loss of Upper Right Leg
- Limb Loss
- Right Leg Amputation
- Missing Right Lower Leg
- Right Below-Knee Amputation
- Left below knee amputation
- Missing left lower leg
- Left lower leg loss
- Missing Right Upper Leg
- Right Above-Knee Amputation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z89511: Acquired absence of right leg below knee
- Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee
- Z89611: Acquired absence of right leg above knee
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Paralysis
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Paraplegia
- Paralysis
- Lower body paralysis
- Paralysis of legs
- Spinal cord injury paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
What procedures does Dr. Balser perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Balser performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Balser. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Balser accept my insurance?
Dr. Balser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 232-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balser accept in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Balser in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Genesis Health System
HealthPartners
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Minnesota
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balser's office located?
Dr. David Balser's Primary Practice
1700 University Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 232-2273
What is Dr. Balser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003303801.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balser
What is Dr. David Balser's specialty?
Dr. Balser is a Physiatrist near Saint Paul, MN. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Balser to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Balser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balser is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is David Balser accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?
Yes, Dr. David Balser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Balser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balser's office at (651) 232-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Balser?
Please contact Dr. Balser's office at (651) 232-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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