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Dr. Eric Balaguer, MD

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Dr. Eric Balaguer, MD

Doral, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balaguer, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Doral, FL?

    Dr. Eric Balaguer, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Doral, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Balaguer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balaguer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balaguer’s office at (305) 595-1317.

    What languages does Dr. Balaguer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Balaguer typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Balaguer 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. Balaguer. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease
    • Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Hand Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
    • Joint Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Hand Tendinitis
    • Hand Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Synovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65841: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right hand

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Balaguer typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Balaguer 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. Balaguer. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
    • Flexor Tenosynovectomy
    • Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
    • Radical Synovectomy of Tendon

    CPT Codes:

    • 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • Wrist Joint Surgery for Exploration or Foreign Body Removal
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Wrist Arthrotomy
    • Wrist Joint Exploration
    • Foreign Body Removal Wrist

    CPT Codes:

    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
    • 25040: Arthrotomy, radiocarpal or midcarpal joint, with exploration, drainage, or removal of foreign body

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Does Dr. Balaguer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balaguer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 595-1317 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balaguer accept in Doral, FL?

    Dr. Balaguer in Doral, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Balaguer's office located?

    Dr. Eric Balaguer's Primary Practice

    3650 NW 82nd Ave Ste 201

    Doral, FL 33166

    (305) 595-1317

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    Dr. Eric Balaguer's Practice 2

    8200 SW 117th Ave Ste 104A

    Miami, FL 33183

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    Dr. Eric Balaguer's Practice 3

    6125 SW 31st St

    Miami, FL 33155

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 91 reviews

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    Office Experience

    98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    61% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Eric Balaguer an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Balaguer has been rated and reviewed by 91 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Balaguer, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Balaguer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679747067.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balaguer?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Balaguer's specialty?

    Dr. Balaguer is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Doral, FL.

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

    Is this Dr. Eric Balaguer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balaguer is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Hca Florida Aventura Hospital, Memorial Hospital West 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 Eric Balaguer accepting new patients in Doral, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Balaguer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Balaguer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balaguer's office at (305) 595-1317 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Balaguer?

    Please contact Dr. Balaguer's office at (305) 595-1317 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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