EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Ajay Balaram, MD

Dr. Ajay Balaram, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Arlington Heights, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balaram, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Dr. Ajay Balaram, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Arlington Heights, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Balaram completed his residency at Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Balaram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balaram’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balaram’s office at (847) 956-0099.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Balaram?

    Dr. Ajay Balaram, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Balaram empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hand & Wrist Surgery, Shoulder Injuries, Sports Injuries, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Arlington Heights, IL community, Dr. Balaram is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases

    • Residency: Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals

    What languages does Dr. Balaram speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Balaram 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. Balaram. 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:

    • Right Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Right Wrist Bone
    • Distal Right Radius Fracture
    • Right Wrist Bone Break
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

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

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Balaram 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. Balaram. 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:

    • 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:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Balaram accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 956-0099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balaram accept in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Dr. Balaram in Arlington Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CMS

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Balaram's office located?

    Dr. Ajay Balaram's Primary Practice

    515 W Algonquin Rd

    Arlington Heights, IL 60005

    (847) 956-0099

    Get Directions

    Dr. Ajay Balaram's Practice 2

    391 S Bolingbrook Dr

    Bolingbrook, IL 60440

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Balaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013171636.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balaram?

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

    What is Dr. Ajay Balaram's specialty?

    Dr. Balaram is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Arlington Heights, IL.

    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 Dr. Ajay Balaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balaram is affiliated with Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il) 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 an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon. 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. Ajay Balaram accepting new patients in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Ajay Balaram is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ajay Balaram offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balaram's office at (847) 956-0099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ajay Balaram?

    Please contact Dr. Balaram's office at (847) 956-0099 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balaram's office located?

    Dr. Balaram's offices are located in Arlington Heights, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.