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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balaban, Internist in Everett, MA?
Dr. Richard Balaban, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Everett, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Balaban graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Balaban is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balaban’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balaban’s office at (617) 591-6300.
Where did Dr. Balaban go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Balaban board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Balaban, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balaban speak?
Dr. Balaban and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Balaban typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Balaban 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. Balaban. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes eye problems
- Diabetic vision issues
- Eye complications from type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1139: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic ophthalmic complication
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Severe Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe clinical depression with psychosis
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F323: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Balaban typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Balaban may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Balaban's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balaban accept my insurance?
Dr. Balaban accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 591-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balaban accept in Everett, MA?
Dr. Balaban in Everett, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Peak
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Balaban's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Balaban affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Balaban has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Boston Medical Center,Boston, MA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Boston Medical Center,Boston, MA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Cha Cambridge Hospital,Cambridge, MA
Cha Cambridge Hospital,Cambridge, MA
What is Dr. Balaban's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balaban's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780793281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balaban?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balaban
What is Dr. Richard Balaban's specialty?
Dr. Balaban is an Internist near Everett, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. Richard Balaban affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balaban is affiliated with Boston Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Richard Balaban accepting new patients in Everett, MA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Balaban is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Balaban offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balaban's office at (617) 591-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Balaban?
Please contact Dr. Balaban's office at (617) 591-6300 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Balaban's office located?
Dr. Balaban's offices are located in Everett, MA and Somerville, MA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Balaban have?
Dr. Richard Balaban is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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