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Dr. Charles Ballay, MD

Marrero, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ballay, Otolaryngologist in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Charles Ballay, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA. Dr. Ballay graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Ballay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballay’s office at (504) 934-8550.

    Where did Dr. Ballay go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Ballay speak?

    Dr. Ballay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Ballay typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Ballay 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. Ballay. 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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Ballay typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Ballay performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ballay. 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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
    • Inferior Turbinate Outfracture

    CPT Codes:

    • 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Ballay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ballay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 934-8550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ballay accept in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Ballay in Marrero, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Ballay's office located?

    Dr. Charles Ballay's Primary Practice

    1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste S250

    Marrero, LA 70072

    (504) 934-8550

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ballay affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ballay has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Ballay's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ballay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043306392.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballay?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballay

    What is Dr. Charles Ballay's specialty?

    Dr. Ballay is an Otolaryngologist near Marrero, LA.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is Dr. Charles Ballay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ballay is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Charles Ballay accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Ballay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Ballay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ballay's office at (504) 934-8550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Ballay?

    Please contact Dr. Ballay's office at (504) 934-8550 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ballay's office located?

    Dr. Ballay's office is located in Marrero, LA.