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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balachandran, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Diwakar Balachandran, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Balachandran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balachandran’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balachandran’s office at (713) 792-6161.
What languages does Dr. Balachandran speak?
Dr. Balachandran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balachandran treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Balachandran 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. Balachandran. 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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Which procedures does Dr. Balachandran perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Diwakar Balachandran may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balachandran's office.
Does Dr. Balachandran accept my insurance?
Dr. Balachandran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balachandran accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Balachandran in Houston, TX 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 Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balachandran's office located?
Dr. Diwakar Balachandran's Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-6161
What is Dr. Balachandran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balachandran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053412551.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balachandran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balachandran
What is Dr. Diwakar Balachandran's specialty?
Dr. Balachandran is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Balachandran to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Diwakar Balachandran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balachandran is affiliated with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Froedtert Hospital 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 Diwakar Balachandran accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Diwakar Balachandran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diwakar Balachandran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balachandran's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diwakar Balachandran?
Please contact Dr. Balachandran's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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