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Dr. Marichu Balmes, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Balmes, Family Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Marichu Balmes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Balmes graduated from De La Salle Health Sciences Institute College of Medicine and completed her residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Balmes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balmes’s office at (210) 617-5300.

    Where did Dr. Balmes go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: De La Salle Univ - Dasmarinas, Phillippines | De La Salle Health Sciences Institute College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Balmes board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Marichu Balmes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Balmes speak?

    Dr. Balmes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balmes typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balmes 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. Balmes. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Long COVID
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Post-COVID Syndrome
    • Long-Haul COVID
    • Chronic COVID

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U099: Post COVID-19 condition, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Post-viral fatigue syndrome
    • Post-infection fatigue syndrome
    • Fatigue
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Viral Infection
    • Fatigue after viral infection
    • Long COVID fatigue
    • Post-infection fatigue
    • Fatigue after infection
    • Post-viral fatigue
    • Long-term fatigue after illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9331: Postviral fatigue syndrome
    • G9339: Other post infection and related fatigue syndromes

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balmes typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marichu Balmes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Balmes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Balmes accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Balmes' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Balmes' office located?

    Dr. Marichu Balmes' Primary Practice

    7400 Merton Minter St

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 617-5300

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    What hospitals are Dr. Balmes affiliated with?

    Dr. Balmes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler,Tyler, TX

    What is Dr. Balmes's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Balmes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104857366.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balmes?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balmes

    What is Dr. Marichu Balmes's specialty?

    Dr. Balmes is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Marichu Balmes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Balmes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Marichu Balmes accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Marichu Balmes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marichu Balmes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balmes' office at (210) 617-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Marichu Balmes?

    Please contact Dr. Balmes' office at (210) 617-5300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balmes' office located?

    Dr. Balmes' office is located in San Antonio, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marichu Balmes have?

    Dr. Marichu Balmes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.