Dr. Arvind Balaji, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist
,Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
,Pediatrician
,Orthopedic Surgeon
Palo Alto, CA
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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Balaji is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balaji’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balaji typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Broken Radius Bone
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Radius fracture
- Fractured Radius
- Broken Forearm Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52189A: Other fracture of upper end of unspecified radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balaji typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balaji 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Other Health Care Provider
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Banner Boswell Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center 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 an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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