Dr. David Ballestas, MD
Pt Charlotte, FL
39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ballestas, Internist in Pt Charlotte, FL?
Dr. David Ballestas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pt Charlotte, FL. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Ballestas graduated from University of Cartagena and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ballestas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballestas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballestas’s office at (941) 629-9190.
Where did Dr. Ballestas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cook County Hospital | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: University De Cartagena, Div De Cien De La Salud, Cartagena, Colombia | University of Cartagena
What languages does Dr. Ballestas speak?
Dr. Ballestas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ballestas treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ballestas 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. Ballestas. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Ballestas perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Ballestas may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ballestas' office.
Does Dr. Ballestas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ballestas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 629-9190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ballestas accept in Pt Charlotte, FL?
Dr. Ballestas in Pt Charlotte, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ballestas' office located?
Dr. David Ballestas' Primary Practice
2525 Harbor Blvd Ste 102
Pt Charlotte, FL 33952
(941) 629-9190
What is Dr. Ballestas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ballestas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609969419.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballestas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballestas
What is Dr. David Ballestas's specialty?
Dr. Ballestas is a Internist near Pt Charlotte, FL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Ballestas to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. David Ballestas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ballestas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: HCA Florida Fawcett 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 David Ballestas accepting new patients in Pt Charlotte, FL?
Yes, Dr. David Ballestas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Ballestas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballestas's office at (941) 629-9190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Ballestas?
Please contact Dr. Ballestas's office at (941) 629-9190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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