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Who is Dr. Balakrishnan, Critical Care Internist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Preethi Balakrishnan, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Balakrishnan is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balakrishnan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balakrishnan’s office at (206) 215-2520.
What languages does Dr. Balakrishnan speak?
Dr. Balakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Balakrishnan typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Preethi Balakrishnan may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Balakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 215-2520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balakrishnan accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Balakrishnan in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Balakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Preethi Balakrishnan's Primary Practice
747 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 215-2520
What is Dr. Balakrishnan's NPI number?An 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 1447578927.
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. Preethi Balakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Balakrishnan is a Critical Care Internist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Preethi Balakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balakrishnan is affiliated with Marshall Hospital, Atrium Health Cleveland, Scotland Memorial Hospital, Atrium Health Cabarrus, Swedish Issaquah Campus, Atrium Health Lincoln 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 Preethi Balakrishnan accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Preethi Balakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Preethi Balakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (206) 215-2520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Preethi Balakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (206) 215-2520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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