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Dr. Harout Balian, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist

Pasadena, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balian, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Harout Balian, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Balian graduated from Yerevan State Medical University and completed his residency at University of Ottawa. Dr. Balian is fluent in English, Arabic, Armenian, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balian’s office at (626) 449-9911.

    Where did Dr. Balian go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Ottawa

    • Medical School: Yerevan State Medical University | Yerevan State Medical University

    What languages does Dr. Balian speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • Armenian
    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Balian typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Balian 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. Balian. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    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:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Balian typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Balian performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Balian. 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:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Does Dr. Balian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 449-9911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balian accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Balian in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Balian's office located?

    Dr. Harout Balian's Primary Practice

    333 N Hill Ave Ste 101

    Pasadena, CA 91106

    (626) 449-9911

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    Dr. Harout Balian's Practice 2

    11920 Ramona Blvd

    El Monte, CA 91732

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

    Dr. Balian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417974478.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balian?

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

    What is Dr. Harout Balian's specialty?

    Dr. Balian is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Pasadena, CA.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?

    A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patient’s needs.

    Is Dr. Harout Balian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balian is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Adventist Health Glendale 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Harout Balian accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Harout Balian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Harout Balian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balian's office at (626) 449-9911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Harout Balian?

    Please contact Dr. Balian's office at (626) 449-9911 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balian's office located?

    Dr. Balian's offices are located in Pasadena, CA and El Monte, CA.