Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bala, Gastroenterologist in Shenandoah, TX?
Is Dr. Bala board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bala speak?
Dr. Bala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Tamil
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bala typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bala 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. Bala. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach Ulcer
- Peptic Ulcer
- Gastric ulcer
- Peptic ulcer of the stomach
- Stomach sore
ICD-10 Codes:
- K259: Gastric ulcer, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bala typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bala 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. Bala. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Bala accept my insurance?
Dr. Bala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 321-0033 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bala accept in Shenandoah, TX?
Dr. Bala in Shenandoah, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company
Oscar Health
Sana Benefits
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bala's office located?
Dr. Vanitha Bala's Primary Practice
111 Vision Park Blvd Ste 150
Shenandoah, TX 77384
(936) 321-0033
What hospitals are Dr. Bala affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bala has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Bala's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386662351.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bala