Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balen, Body Imaging Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Paul Balen, MD is a Body Imaging Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Balen graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Balen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balen’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Balen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Balen board certified as a Body Imaging Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Balen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Balen speak?
Dr. Balen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Balen typically treat?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, Dr. Balen 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. Balen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Balen typically perform?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, Dr. Balen 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. Balen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
Does Dr. Balen accept my insurance?
Dr. Balen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balen accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Balen in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balen's office located?
What is Dr. Balen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578602272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balen
What is Dr. Paul Balen's specialty?
Dr. Balen is a Body Imaging Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Body Imaging Specialist do?
A Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in Radiology focuses on body imaging techniques to diagnose and evaluate medical conditions. Utilizing advanced modalities like MRI and CT scans, they provide detailed insights into the body's structures while promoting patient health through a holistic approach.
Is this Dr. Paul Balen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balen is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Body Imaging Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Balen accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Balen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Balen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balen's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Balen?
Please contact Dr. Balen's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Balen have?
Dr. Paul Balen is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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