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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balasubramanya, Thoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Shyamasundar Balasubramanya, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Balasubramanya is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balasubramanya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balasubramanya’s office at (310) 825-9011.
What languages does Dr. Balasubramanya speak?
Dr. Balasubramanya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Balasubramanya typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Balasubramanya 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. Balasubramanya. 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:
- Open Chest Wound
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Chest Trauma
- Open Thorax Injury
- Chest Wall Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S21109A: Unspecified open wound of unspecified front wall of thorax without penetration into thoracic cavity, initial encounter
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Balasubramanya typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Balasubramanya 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. Balasubramanya. 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:
- Direct Blood Vessel Repair in Chest with Bypass
- Intrathoracic Blood Vessel Repair
- Chest Blood Vessel Surgery
- Vascular Bypass in Chest
CPT Codes:
- 35211: Repair blood vessel, direct; intrathoracic, with bypass
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac Transplant
- New Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy
Also known as:
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
Does Dr. Balasubramanya accept my insurance?
Dr. Balasubramanya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-9011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balasubramanya accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Balasubramanya in Los Angeles, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Balasubramanya's office located?
Dr. Shyamasundar Balasubramanya's Practice 2
10833 Le Conte Ave Ste 62-246
Los Angeles, CA 90095
What is Dr. Balasubramanya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balasubramanya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831343086.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balasubramanya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balasubramanya
What is Dr. Shyamasundar Balasubramanya's specialty?
Dr. Balasubramanya is a Thoracic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Shyamasundar Balasubramanya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balasubramanya is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shyamasundar Balasubramanya accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shyamasundar Balasubramanya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shyamasundar Balasubramanya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balasubramanya's office at (310) 825-9011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shyamasundar Balasubramanya?
Please contact Dr. Balasubramanya's office at (310) 825-9011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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