Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balser, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ayer, MA?
Dr. Steven Balser, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ayer, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Balser graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Balser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balser’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balser’s office at (978) 784-9000.
Where did Dr. Balser go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Balser board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Balser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balser speak?
Dr. Balser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balser typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balser 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. Balser. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balser typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Balser may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Balser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balser accept my insurance?
Dr. Balser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 784-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balser accept in Ayer, MA?
Dr. Balser in Ayer, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield Association
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balser's office located?
What is Dr. Balser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750468393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balser
What is Dr. Steven Balser's specialty?
Dr. Balser is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ayer, MA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Steven Balser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balser is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Steven Balser accepting new patients in Ayer, MA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Balser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Balser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balser's office at (978) 784-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Balser?
Please contact Dr. Balser's office at (978) 784-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Balser have?
Dr. Steven Balser is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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