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Dr. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan, MD

Cleveland, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balakrishnan, Pulmonologist in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Balakrishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balakrishnan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balakrishnan’s office at (855) 988-2273.

    What languages does Dr. Balakrishnan speak?

    Dr. Balakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Balakrishnan typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoid
    • Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Balakrishnan typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Balakrishnan 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Balakrishnan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 988-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balakrishnan accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Balakrishnan in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Balakrishnan's office located?

    Dr. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan's Primary Practice

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

    (855) 988-2273

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    What is Dr. Balakrishnan's NPI number?A 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 1952728248.

    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. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan's specialty?

    Dr. Balakrishnan is a Pulmonologist near Cleveland, OH.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balakrishnan is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Marymount Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital, Union Hospital - Dover, Oh, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Fairview 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

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    Is Dr. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (855) 988-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bathmapriya Balakrishnan?

    Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (855) 988-2273 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balakrishnan's office located?

    Dr. Balakrishnan's office is located in Cleveland, OH.