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Dr. Amarah Baluch, MD

Rheumatologist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baluch, Rheumatologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Amarah Baluch, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Baluch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baluch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baluch’s office at (315) 464-5240.

    What languages does Dr. Baluch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Baluch typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Baluch 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. Baluch. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Antibody Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Elevated Antibody Titer
    • Increased Antibodies
    • Positive Antibody Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R760: Raised antibody titer

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Gout
    • Gouty Arthritis
    • Uric Acid Arthritis
    • Hyperuricemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M109: Gout, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoid
    • Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Hand discomfort
    • Aching hand
    • Pain in palm or fingers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79643: Pain in unspecified hand

    Also known as:

    • Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
    • Overlap Syndrome
    • Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M351: Other overlap syndromes

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Knee Ache
    • Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25569: Pain in unspecified knee

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Baluch typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Amarah Baluch may include:

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

    Does Dr. Baluch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baluch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-5240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baluch accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Baluch 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Baluch's office located?

    Dr. Amarah Baluch's Primary Practice

    3007 Tilden St NW Ste 5N

    Washington, DC 20008

    (315) 464-5240

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

    Dr. Baluch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538786363.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baluch?

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

    What is Dr. Amarah Baluch's specialty?

    Dr. Baluch is a Rheumatologist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Amarah Baluch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baluch is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Amarah Baluch accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Amarah Baluch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amarah Baluch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baluch's office at (315) 464-5240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amarah Baluch?

    Please contact Dr. Baluch's office at (315) 464-5240 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Baluch's office located?

    Dr. Baluch's office is located in Washington, DC.