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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balsara, Thoracic Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Keki Balsara, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Balsara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balsara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balsara’s office at (202) 877-7464.
Where did Dr. Balsara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Balsara speak?
Dr. Balsara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Balsara typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Balsara 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. Balsara. 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:
- Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Mixed Heart Failure
- Biventricular Heart Failure
- Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5040: Unspecified combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Balsara typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Keki Balsara may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
Please contact Dr. Balsara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balsara accept my insurance?
Dr. Balsara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balsara accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Balsara in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balsara's office located?
What is Dr. Balsara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balsara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942467642.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balsara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balsara
What is Dr. Keki Balsara's specialty?
Dr. Balsara is a Thoracic Surgeon near Washington, DC.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Keki Balsara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balsara is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center 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
When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Keki Balsara accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Keki Balsara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keki Balsara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balsara's office at (202) 877-7464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keki Balsara?
Please contact Dr. Balsara's office at (202) 877-7464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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