HB
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balmakhtar, Hospitalist in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Houria Balmakhtar is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Balmakhtar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balmakhtar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balmakhtar’s office at (321) 434-1771.
What languages does Dr. Balmakhtar speak?
Dr. Balmakhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balmakhtar treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Balmakhtar 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. Balmakhtar. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Balmakhtar perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Houria Balmakhtar may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balmakhtar's office.
Does Dr. Balmakhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Balmakhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 434-1771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balmakhtar accept in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Balmakhtar in Melbourne, FL 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Gordon Food Service
Humana
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balmakhtar's office located?
Dr. Houria Balmakhtar's Primary Practice
1350 Hickory St
Melbourne, FL 32901
(321) 434-1771
What is Dr. Balmakhtar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balmakhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396373056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balmakhtar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balmakhtar
What is Dr. Houria Balmakhtar's specialty?
Dr. Balmakhtar is a Hospitalist near Melbourne, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Balmakhtar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Houria Balmakhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balmakhtar is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, Cape Canaveral Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Houria Balmakhtar accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?
Yes, Dr. Houria Balmakhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Houria Balmakhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balmakhtar's office at (321) 434-1771 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Houria Balmakhtar?
Please contact Dr. Balmakhtar's office at (321) 434-1771 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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