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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Athreya, Hypertension Specialist in Holyoke, MA?
Dr. Balaji Athreya, MD is a Hypertension Specialist, who primarily practices in Holyoke, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Athreya is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Athreya’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Athreya’s office at (413) 788-6530.
Where did Dr. Athreya go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Thanjavur Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University,Thanjavur, India
Is Dr. Athreya board certified as a Hypertension Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Balaji Athreya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Athreya speak?
Dr. Athreya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Hypertension Specialist like Dr. Athreya typically treat?
As a Hypertension Specialist, Dr. Athreya 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. Athreya. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Hypertension Specialist like Dr. Athreya typically perform?
As a Hypertension Specialist, Dr. Athreya 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. Athreya. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Athreya accept my insurance?
Dr. Athreya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 788-6530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Athreya accept in Holyoke, MA?
Dr. Athreya in Holyoke, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baystate Health
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Athreya's office located?
What is Dr. Athreya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Athreya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598745010.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Athreya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Athreya
What is Dr. Balaji Athreya's specialty?
Dr. Athreya is a Hypertension Specialist near Holyoke, MA.
What does a Hypertension Specialist do?
A Hypertension Specialist is a physician dedicated to the comprehensive diagnosis and management of hypertension. This specialist employs various strategies, including lifestyle modifications and medication management, to help patients achieve optimal blood pressure control.
Is this Dr. Balaji Athreya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Athreya is affiliated with Holyoke Medical Center, Umass Memorial Medical Center 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
When to see a Hypertension Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Balaji Athreya accepting new patients in Holyoke, MA?
Yes, Dr. Balaji Athreya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Balaji Athreya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Athreya's office at (413) 788-6530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Balaji Athreya?
Please contact Dr. Athreya's office at (413) 788-6530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Balaji Athreya have?
Dr. Balaji Athreya is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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