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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balasubramaniam, Pulmonologist in Great Falls, MT?
Dr. Merhala Balasubramaniam, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Great Falls, MT. Dr. Balasubramaniam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balasubramaniam’s office at (406) 455-5000.
What languages does Dr. Balasubramaniam speak?
Dr. Balasubramaniam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Balasubramaniam typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Balasubramaniam 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. Balasubramaniam. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Balasubramaniam typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Balasubramaniam 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. Balasubramaniam. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Does Dr. Balasubramaniam accept my insurance?
Dr. Balasubramaniam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 455-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balasubramaniam accept in Great Falls, MT?
Dr. Balasubramaniam in Great Falls, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
H & R Block
Humana
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Where is Dr. Balasubramaniam's office located?
Dr. Merhala Balasubramaniam's Primary Practice
1401 25th St S
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 455-5000
What is Dr. Balasubramaniam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balasubramaniam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629450333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balasubramaniam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balasubramaniam
What is Dr. Merhala Balasubramaniam's specialty?
Dr. Balasubramaniam is a Pulmonologist near Great Falls, MT.
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 this Dr. Merhala Balasubramaniam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balasubramaniam is affiliated with Benefis Health System-East Campus, Great Falls Clinic 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 Merhala Balasubramaniam accepting new patients in Great Falls, MT?
Yes, Dr. Merhala Balasubramaniam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merhala Balasubramaniam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balasubramaniam's office at (406) 455-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merhala Balasubramaniam?
Please contact Dr. Balasubramaniam's office at (406) 455-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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