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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balba, Infectious Disease Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Gayle Balba, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Balba completed her residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Balba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balba’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balba’s office at (202) 444-0086.
Where did Dr. Balba go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown University Hospital
What languages does Dr. Balba speak?
Dr. Balba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Balba typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Balba 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. Balba. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Balba typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Balba 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. Balba. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Balba accept my insurance?
Dr. Balba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-0086 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balba accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Balba in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balba's office located?
What is Dr. Balba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073570354.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balba
What is Dr. Gayle Balba's specialty?
Dr. Balba is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Washington, DC.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Gayle Balba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balba is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gayle Balba accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Gayle Balba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gayle Balba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balba's office at (202) 444-0086 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gayle Balba?
Please contact Dr. Balba's office at (202) 444-0086 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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