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Who is Dr. Balakumar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Gajan Balakumar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Balakumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balakumar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balakumar’s office at (315) 464-4363.
What languages does Dr. Balakumar speak?
Dr. Balakumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balakumar treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balakumar 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. Balakumar. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Balakumar perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gajan Balakumar may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balakumar's office.
Does Dr. Balakumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Balakumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-4363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balakumar accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Balakumar in Syracuse, NY 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balakumar's office located?
What is Dr. Balakumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balakumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881277531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balakumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balakumar
What is Dr. Gajan Balakumar's specialty?
Dr. Balakumar is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Syracuse, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Balakumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gajan Balakumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Balakumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upstate University 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gajan Balakumar accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gajan Balakumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gajan Balakumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balakumar's office at (315) 464-4363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gajan Balakumar?
Please contact Dr. Balakumar's office at (315) 464-4363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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