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Dr. Emily Balkin, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Pediatric Cardiologist, Cardiologist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balkin, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Emily Balkin, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Balkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balkin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balkin’s office at (415) 476-6245.

    What languages does Dr. Balkin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balkin typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balkin 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. Balkin. 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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balkin typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Emily Balkin may include:

    Please contact Dr. Balkin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Balkin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-6245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balkin accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Balkin's office located?

    Ucsf Pediatrics Box 0110 Room 4551

    550 16th St Fl 4 Rm 4551

    San Francisco, CA 94158

    (415) 476-6245

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    Dr. Emily Balkin's Practice 2

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Balkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801239512.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balkin?

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

    What is Dr. Emily Balkin's specialty?

    Dr. Balkin is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

    Is Dr. Emily Balkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balkin is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Ucsf Health Saint Francis 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

    When to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. 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. Emily Balkin accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Emily Balkin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Emily Balkin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balkin's office at (415) 476-6245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Emily Balkin?

    Please contact Dr. Balkin's office at (415) 476-6245 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balkin's office located?

    Dr. Balkin's office is located in San Francisco, CA.