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Who is Dr. Balwanz, Cardiologist in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Christopher Balwanz, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Balwanz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balwanz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balwanz’s office at (402) 483-3333.
What languages does Dr. Balwanz speak?
Dr. Balwanz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balwanz treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Balwanz 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. Balwanz. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- 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:
- 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Abnormal cardiac scan
- Unusual heart test results
- Abnormal coronary imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Which procedures does Dr. Balwanz perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Balwanz 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. Balwanz's office.
Does Dr. Balwanz accept my insurance?
Dr. Balwanz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 483-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balwanz accept in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Balwanz in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medica
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Balwanz's office located?
Dr. Christopher Balwanz's Primary Practice
1600 S 48th St
Lincoln, NE 68506
(402) 483-3333
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Balwanz?
Dr. Balwanz has appointments available at his Lincoln, NE office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Balwanz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balwanz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164666095.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balwanz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balwanz
What is Dr. Christopher Balwanz's specialty?
Dr. Balwanz is a Cardiologist near Lincoln, NE. 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. Balwanz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Balwanz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balwanz is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Grand Island 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
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Is Christopher Balwanz accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Balwanz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Balwanz offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Balwanz, or call (402) 483-3333 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Balwanz?
Please contact Dr. Balwanz's office at (402) 483-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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