16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balbuena, Family Medicine Specialist in Panorama City, CA?
Dr. Arnel Balbuena, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Panorama City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Balbuena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balbuena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balbuena’s office at (213) 744-0801.
Is Dr. Balbuena board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Arnel Balbuena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balbuena speak?
Dr. Balbuena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balbuena typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balbuena 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. Balbuena. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balbuena typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Arnel Balbuena may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Balbuena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balbuena accept my insurance?
Dr. Balbuena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 744-0801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balbuena accept in Panorama City, CA?
Dr. Balbuena in Panorama City, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Not Specified
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balbuena's office located?
Dr. Arnel Balbuena's Primary Practice
13652 Cantara St
Panorama City, CA 91402
(213) 744-0801
What is Dr. Balbuena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balbuena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649472606.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balbuena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balbuena
What is Dr. Arnel Balbuena's specialty?
Dr. Balbuena is a Family Medicine Specialist near Panorama City, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Arnel Balbuena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balbuena is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Arnel Balbuena accepting new patients in Panorama City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Arnel Balbuena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arnel Balbuena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balbuena's office at (213) 744-0801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arnel Balbuena?
Please contact Dr. Balbuena's office at (213) 744-0801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arnel Balbuena have?
Dr. Arnel Balbuena is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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