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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ballard, Cytopathologist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Nanette Ballard, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Ballard graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Ballard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballard’s office at (601) 968-3070.
Where did Dr. Ballard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ballard board certified as a Cytopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Nanette Ballard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Ballard speak?
Dr. Ballard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Ballard typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Ballard 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. Ballard. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Ballard typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nanette Ballard may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Ballard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ballard accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Ballard's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Ballard's office located?
What is Dr. Ballard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ballard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356367312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballard
What is Dr. Nanette Ballard's specialty?
Dr. Ballard is a Cytopathologist near Jackson, MS.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Nanette Ballard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ballard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see a Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nanette Ballard accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Nanette Ballard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nanette Ballard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballard's office at (601) 968-3070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nanette Ballard?
Please contact Dr. Ballard's office at (601) 968-3070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nanette Ballard have?
Dr. Nanette Ballard is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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