37 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balandrin, Internist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Jorge Balandrin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Balandrin completed his residency at Advocate Christ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Balandrin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balandrin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balandrin’s office at (708) 424-1222.
Where did Dr. Balandrin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Christ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Christ Hospital & Medical Center | Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn
Is Dr. Balandrin board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Balandrin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balandrin speak?
Dr. Balandrin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Balandrin treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Balandrin 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. Balandrin. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Balandrin perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Balandrin may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balandrin's office.
Does Dr. Balandrin accept my insurance?
Dr. Balandrin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 424-1222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balandrin accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Balandrin in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balandrin's office located?
Dr. Jorge Balandrin's Primary Practice
4647 W 103rd St Ste 2L
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-1222
Recognitions
Awards
Chicago Super Doctors
What is Dr. Balandrin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balandrin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245369685.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balandrin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balandrin
What is Dr. Jorge Balandrin's specialty?
Dr. Balandrin is a Internist near Oak Lawn, IL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Balandrin to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jorge Balandrin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balandrin is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Jorge Balandrin accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Balandrin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Balandrin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balandrin's office at (708) 424-1222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Balandrin?
Please contact Dr. Balandrin's office at (708) 424-1222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Balandrin have?
Dr. Jorge Balandrin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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