Who is Dr. Balasundaram, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Malathi Balasundaram, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Balasundaram is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balasundaram’s office at (408) 885-5000.
Is Dr. Balasundaram board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Malathi Balasundaram, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Balasundaram speak?
Dr. Balasundaram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balasundaram typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balasundaram 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. Balasundaram. 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:
- Newborn Suspected Infection Ruled Out
- Newborn Screening
- No newborn infection found
- Infant infectious disease cleared
- Newborn sepsis ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z051: Observation and evaluation of newborn for suspected infectious condition ruled out
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balasundaram typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Malathi Balasundaram may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Balasundaram's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balasundaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Balasundaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balasundaram accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Balasundaram in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Balasundaram's office located?
Dr. Malathi Balasundaram's Primary Practice
725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(408) 885-5000
What is Dr. Balasundaram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balasundaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255548103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balasundaram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balasundaram
What is Dr. Malathi Balasundaram's specialty?
Dr. Balasundaram is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Malathi Balasundaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Balasundaram is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital, Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Malathi Balasundaram accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Malathi Balasundaram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malathi Balasundaram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balasundaram's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malathi Balasundaram?
Please contact Dr. Balasundaram's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Malathi Balasundaram have?
Dr. Malathi Balasundaram is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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