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Dr. Karl Balsara, MD

Neurosurgeon

Oklahoma City, OK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balsara, Neurosurgeon in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Karl Balsara, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK. Dr. Balsara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balsara’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Balsara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Balsara typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Balsara 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. Balsara. 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:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain cysts
    • Brain Disorder
    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts
    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Malformation
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
    • Spinal Cord Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord

    Does Dr. Balsara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balsara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balsara accept in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Balsara in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • State of Oklahoma

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    Where is Dr. Balsara's office located?

    Dr. Karl Balsara's Primary Practice

    1000 N Lincoln Blvd

    Oklahoma City, OK 73104

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

    Dr. Balsara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639490857.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balsara?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Balsara's specialty?

    Dr. Balsara is a Neurosurgeon near Oklahoma City, OK.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Karl Balsara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balsara is affiliated with Chickasaw Nation Medical Center, Norman Regional Hospital, Southwestern Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa, Integris Health Baptist 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 Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. 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. Karl Balsara accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Balsara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Balsara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balsara's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karl Balsara?

    Please contact Dr. Balsara's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balsara's office located?

    Dr. Balsara's office is located in Oklahoma City, OK.