Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balk, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Andrew Balk, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Balk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balk’s office at (816) 404-1536.
Where did Dr. Balk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Wright State University
What languages does Dr. Balk speak?
Dr. Balk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balk treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balk 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. Balk. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Problem drinking with intoxication
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Alcohol Intoxication
- Alcohol
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
- Being drunk
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10929: Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Balk perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Andrew Balk may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balk's office.
Does Dr. Balk accept my insurance?
Dr. Balk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 404-1536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balk accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Balk in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Balk's office located?
What is Dr. Balk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902102767.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balk
What is Dr. Andrew Balk's specialty?
Dr. Balk is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Balk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Balk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balk is affiliated with University Health Lakewood Medical Center, The University of Kansas Hospital, Research Medical Center, North Kansas City Hospital 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
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Is Andrew Balk accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Balk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Balk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balk's office at (816) 404-1536 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Balk?
Please contact Dr. Balk's office at (816) 404-1536 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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