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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Balfanz, Physiatrist in Saint Cloud, MN?
Dr. Thomas Balfanz, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Saint Cloud, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Balfanz graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Balfanz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balfanz’s office.
Where did Dr. Balfanz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | University of Kansas (Wichita) Program
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Balfanz board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Balfanz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Balfanz speak?
Dr. Balfanz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Balfanz typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Balfanz 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. Balfanz. 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:
- Loss of Lower Right Leg
- Limb Loss
- Right Leg Amputation
- Missing Right Lower Leg
- Right Below-Knee Amputation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z89511: Acquired absence of right leg below knee
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- History of Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Past TBI
- Previous head injury
- History of concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87820: Personal history of traumatic brain injury
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Balfanz typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Balfanz may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Balfanz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balfanz accept my insurance?
Dr. Balfanz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balfanz accept in Saint Cloud, MN?
Dr. Balfanz in Saint Cloud, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Federal government of the United States
HealthPartners
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Balfanz's office located?
What is Dr. Balfanz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balfanz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447285655.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balfanz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balfanz
What is Dr. Thomas Balfanz's specialty?
Dr. Balfanz is a Physiatrist near Saint Cloud, MN.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Thomas Balfanz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Balfanz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alomere Health. 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 Thomas Balfanz accepting new patients in Saint Cloud, MN?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Balfanz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Balfanz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balfanz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Balfanz?
Please contact Dr. Balfanz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Balfanz have?
Dr. Thomas Balfanz is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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