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Who is Dr. Balboni, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Imelda Balboni, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Balboni is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balboni’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balboni’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Balboni speak?
Dr. Balboni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Balboni typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Balboni 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. Balboni. 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:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
- M0809: Unspecified juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Balboni typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Balboni 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. Balboni. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Balboni accept my insurance?
Dr. Balboni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balboni accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Balboni in Palo Alto, CA 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 Shield of California
California Water Service Group
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balboni's office located?
What is Dr. Balboni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balboni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407903842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balboni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balboni
What is Dr. Imelda Balboni's specialty?
Dr. Balboni is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Imelda Balboni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Balboni is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Stanford Medicine Children’s 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
When to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Imelda Balboni accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Imelda Balboni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Imelda Balboni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balboni's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Imelda Balboni?
Please contact Dr. Balboni's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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