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Dr. Kristina Balangue, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balangue, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Kristina Balangue, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. She is board certified. Dr. Balangue is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balangue’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balangue’s office at (602) 839-2000.

    Is Dr. Balangue board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kristina Balangue, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Balangue speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Balangue typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Balangue 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. Balangue. 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:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Balangue typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristina Balangue may include:

    Please contact Dr. Balangue's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Balangue accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balangue accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 839-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balangue accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Balangue in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Balangue's office located?

    Dr. Kristina Balangue's Primary Practice

    1111 E McDowell Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85006

    (602) 839-2000

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

    Dr. Balangue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851527840.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balangue?

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

    What is Dr. Kristina Balangue's specialty?

    Dr. Balangue is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Kristina Balangue affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balangue is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Banner Ocotillo Medical Center, Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner Casa Grande 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kristina Balangue accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Kristina Balangue is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristina Balangue offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balangue's office at (602) 839-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristina Balangue?

    Please contact Dr. Balangue's office at (602) 839-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balangue's office located?

    Dr. Balangue's office is located in Phoenix, AZ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kristina Balangue have?

    Dr. Kristina Balangue is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.