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Dr. Lois Balster, MD

Dr. Lois Balster, MD

Pediatrician

San Mateo, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balster, Pediatrician in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Lois Balster, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA. Dr. Balster is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balster’s office at (650) 579-6500.

    What languages does Dr. Balster speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Balster typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Balster 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. Balster. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Balster typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lois Balster may include:

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

    Does Dr. Balster accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Balster's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Balster's office located?

    Dr. Lois Balster's Primary Practice

    50 S San Mateo Dr Ste 260

    San Mateo, CA 94401

    (650) 579-6500

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

    Dr. Balster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568578474.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balster?

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

    What is Dr. Lois Balster's specialty?

    Dr. Balster is a Pediatrician near San Mateo, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Lois Balster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balster is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Lois Balster accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lois Balster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lois Balster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balster's office at (650) 579-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lois Balster?

    Please contact Dr. Balster's office at (650) 579-6500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balster's office located?

    Dr. Balster's office is located in San Mateo, CA.