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Dr. Erin Balay-Dustrude, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balay-Dustrude, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Erin Balay-Dustrude, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Balay-Dustrude is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balay-Dustrude’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balay-Dustrude’s office at (206) 987-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Balay-Dustrude speak?

    Dr. Balay-Dustrude and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Balay-Dustrude typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Balay-Dustrude 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. Balay-Dustrude. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
    • Juvenile Arthritis
    • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
    • Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
    • Oligoarticular JIA
    • Few-joint juvenile arthritis
    • Childhood oligoarthritis
    • JIA
    • Childhood arthritis
    • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
    • M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
    • M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
    • M0820: Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis with systemic onset, unspecified site

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    • Myositis
    • Childhood Dermatomyositis
    • JDM
    • Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iridocyclitis
    • Eye Disease
    • Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
    • Anterior uveitis
    • Iritis and cyclitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis

    What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Balay-Dustrude typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Balay-Dustrude 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. Balay-Dustrude. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Balay-Dustrude accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balay-Dustrude accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balay-Dustrude accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Balay-Dustrude in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Balay-Dustrude's office located?

    Dr. Erin Balay-Dustrude's Primary Practice

    4800 Sand Point Way NE # M/S

    Seattle, WA 98105

    (206) 987-2000

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

    Dr. Balay-Dustrude's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649796756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balay-Dustrude?

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

    What is Dr. Erin Balay-Dustrude's specialty?

    Dr. Balay-Dustrude is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Seattle, WA.

    What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.

    Is this Dr. Erin Balay-Dustrude affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balay-Dustrude is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus 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 a Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Erin Balay-Dustrude accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Erin Balay-Dustrude is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erin Balay-Dustrude offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balay-Dustrude's office at (206) 987-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erin Balay-Dustrude?

    Please contact Dr. Balay-Dustrude's office at (206) 987-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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