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Who is Dr. Balfour, Cardiologist in Gulf Breeze, FL?
Dr. Pelbreton Balfour, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Gulf Breeze, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Balfour is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balfour’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balfour’s office at (252) 209-3708.
What languages does Dr. Balfour speak?
Dr. Balfour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balfour treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Balfour 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. Balfour. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
Which procedures does Dr. Balfour perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pelbreton Balfour may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balfour's office.
Does Dr. Balfour accept my insurance?
Dr. Balfour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 209-3708 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balfour accept in Gulf Breeze, FL?
Dr. Balfour in Gulf Breeze, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balfour's office located?
Dr. Pelbreton Balfour's Primary Practice
1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy Ste 200
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
(252) 209-3708
What is Dr. Balfour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balfour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063633576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balfour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balfour
What is Dr. Pelbreton Balfour's specialty?
Dr. Balfour is a Cardiologist near Gulf Breeze, FL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Balfour to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pelbreton Balfour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balfour is affiliated with Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Gulf Breeze Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Pelbreton Balfour accepting new patients in Gulf Breeze, FL?
Yes, Dr. Pelbreton Balfour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pelbreton Balfour offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balfour's office at (252) 209-3708 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pelbreton Balfour?
Please contact Dr. Balfour's office at (252) 209-3708 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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