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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ballard, Family Medicine Specialist in Portales, NM?
Dr. Patrick Ballard, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portales, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ballard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballard’s office at (575) 257-8200.
What languages does Dr. Ballard speak?
Dr. Ballard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ballard treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ballard perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Patrick Ballard may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ballard's office.
Does Dr. Ballard accept my insurance?
Dr. Ballard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 257-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ballard accept in Portales, NM?
Dr. Ballard in Portales, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ballard's office located?
Dr. Patrick Ballard's Primary Practice
42121 US Highway 70
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 257-8200
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 1982854980.
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. Patrick Ballard's specialty?
Dr. Ballard is a Family Medicine Specialist near Portales, NM. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Ballard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patrick Ballard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ballard is affiliated with Plains Regional Medical Center, Canyon Vista 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Patrick Ballard accepting new patients in Portales, NM?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Ballard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Ballard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballard's office at (575) 257-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Ballard?
Please contact Dr. Ballard's office at (575) 257-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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