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Dr. Arvind Balaji, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist
,Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
,Pediatrician
,Orthopedic Surgeon
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balaji, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Arvind Balaji, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Balaji is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balaji’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balaji’s office at (520) 222-8076.
What languages does Dr. Balaji speak?
Dr. Balaji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Balaji treat?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balaji 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. Balaji. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
- M25532: Pain in left wrist
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Broken Radius Bone
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Radius fracture
- Fractured Radius
- Broken Forearm Bone
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52189A: Other fracture of upper end of unspecified radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S52189D: Other fracture of upper end of unspecified radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Left Elbow Pain
- Right Elbow Pain
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching left elbow
- Sore left elbow
- Left elbow discomfort
- Aching right elbow
- Sore right elbow
- Right elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25522: Pain in left elbow
- M25521: Pain in right elbow
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0D: Concussion without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury of Wrist, Hand, or Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- General Hand Injury
- Wrist Trauma
- Finger Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S6991XA: Unspecified injury of right wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Hand and Wrist Injury
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Finger Injury
- Wrist Sprain
- Hand Trauma
- Upper Extremity Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S6992XA: Unspecified injury of left wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
Which procedures does Dr. Balaji perform as a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Arvind Balaji may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balaji's office.
Does Dr. Balaji accept my insurance?
Dr. Balaji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 222-8076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balaji accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Balaji in Palo Alto, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Other Health Care Provider
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balaji's office located?
What is Dr. Balaji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balaji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225484678.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balaji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balaji
What is Dr. Arvind Balaji's specialty?
Dr. Balaji is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Balaji to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arvind Balaji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balaji is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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
Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
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Is Arvind Balaji accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Arvind Balaji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arvind Balaji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balaji's office at (520) 222-8076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arvind Balaji?
Please contact Dr. Balaji's office at (520) 222-8076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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