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Who is Dr. Balderas, Gastroenterologist in Weslaco, TX?
Dr. Valeska Balderas, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Weslaco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Balderas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balderas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balderas’s office.
Is Dr. Balderas board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Valeska Balderas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balderas speak?
Dr. Balderas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Balderas typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Balderas 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. Balderas. 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Balderas typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Balderas 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. Balderas. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Injection (Sclerotherapy)
- Sclerosing Injection for Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Shrinking Injection
- Internal Hemorrhoid Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46500: Injection of sclerosing solution, hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
- EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Balderas accept my insurance?
Dr. Balderas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balderas accept in Weslaco, TX?
Dr. Balderas in Weslaco, TX 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
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balderas' office located?
What is Dr. Balderas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balderas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588866370.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balderas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balderas
What is Dr. Valeska Balderas's specialty?
Dr. Balderas is a Gastroenterologist near Weslaco, TX.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Valeska Balderas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balderas is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Mission Regional 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 a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Valeska Balderas accepting new patients in Weslaco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Valeska Balderas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valeska Balderas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balderas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valeska Balderas?
Please contact Dr. Balderas's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Valeska Balderas have?
Dr. Valeska Balderas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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