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Who is Dr. Balmer, Psychiatrist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Russell Balmer, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA. Dr. Balmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balmer’s office at (301) 319-8361.
What languages does Dr. Balmer speak?
Dr. Balmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Balmer typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Balmer 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. Balmer. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Balmer typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Balmer may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Balmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Balmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 319-8361 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balmer accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Balmer in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Balmer's office located?
Dr. Russell Balmer's Primary Practice
1100 First Colonial Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(301) 319-8361
What is Dr. Balmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861699100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balmer
What is Dr. Russell Balmer's specialty?
Dr. Balmer is a Psychiatrist near Virginia Beach, VA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Russell Balmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Balmer 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
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Is Russell Balmer accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Balmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Balmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balmer's office at (301) 319-8361 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Balmer?
Please contact Dr. Balmer's office at (301) 319-8361 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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