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Who is Dr. Bala, Internist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Virinchi Bala is an Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bala graduated from Madurai Medical College and completed his residency at St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bala is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bala’s office at (518) 465-4771.
Where did Dr. Bala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine | St Mary's Hospital (Waterbury) Program
Medical School: Madurai Med Coll- Madurai Univ- Madurai- Tn- India | Madurai Medical College
Is Dr. Bala board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Virinchi Bala is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bala speak?
Dr. Bala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Bala treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bala 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. Bala. 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:
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Bala perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Virinchi Bala 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bala's office.
Does Dr. Bala accept my insurance?
Dr. Bala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 465-4771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bala accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Bala in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CDPHP
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bala's office located?
What is Dr. Bala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730147521.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bala
What is Dr. Virinchi Bala's specialty?
Dr. Bala is a Internist near Albany, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Bala to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Virinchi Bala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bala is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Virinchi Bala accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Virinchi Bala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Virinchi Bala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bala's office at (518) 465-4771 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Virinchi Bala?
Please contact Dr. Bala's office at (518) 465-4771 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Virinchi Bala have?
Dr. Virinchi Bala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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