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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balakrishnan, Dermatologist in Meridian, ID?
Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Meridian, ID with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Balakrishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balakrishnan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balakrishnan’s office at (205) 934-5188.
What languages does Dr. Balakrishnan speak?
Dr. Balakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balakrishnan treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Balakrishnan 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. Balakrishnan. 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.
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Dyshidrotic Eczema
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Rashes
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
- Pompholyx
- Foot and hand eczema
- Vesicular eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
- L301: Dyshidrosis [pompholyx]
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
- Zits
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
- L709: Acne, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mole Check
- Dermatology Screening
- Melanoma Screening
- Skin Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
- Rosacea
- Facial redness
- Adult acne
- Rosy cheeks condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L719: Rosacea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Androgenic Hair Loss
- Hair Loss
- Androgenetic alopecia
- Male pattern baldness
- Female pattern baldness
- Genetic hair loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- L649: Androgenic alopecia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prurigo Nodularis
- Eczema
- Itching
- Chronic Itchy Bumps
- Nodular Prurigo
- Hyperpigmented Nodules
ICD-10 Codes:
- L281: Prurigo nodularis
Also known as:
- Excessive Sweating
- Sweat
- Hyperhidrosis
- Profuse Sweating
- Overactive Sweat Glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R61: Generalized hyperhidrosis
Which procedures does Dr. Balakrishnan perform as a Dermatologist?
As a Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office.
Does Dr. Balakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Balakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-5188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balakrishnan accept in Meridian, ID?
Dr. Balakrishnan in Meridian, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Health Group
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Partners Plans
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Balakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan's Primary Practice
1618 S Millenium Way Ste 100
Meridian, ID 83642
(205) 934-5188
What is Dr. Balakrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104311596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balakrishnan
What is Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Balakrishnan is a Dermatologist near Meridian, ID. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Balakrishnan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balakrishnan is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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
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Is Vijay Balakrishnan accepting new patients in Meridian, ID?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (205) 934-5188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Balakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (205) 934-5188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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