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Who is Dr. Ballentine, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Samuel Ballentine, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ballentine is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballentine’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballentine’s office at (314) 362-5641.
What languages does Dr. Ballentine speak?
Dr. Ballentine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ballentine treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Ballentine 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. Ballentine. 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:
- 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagitis
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
- Inflammation of the Esophagus
- Sore Esophagus
- Esophageal Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
- K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Condition
- Duodenal Condition
- Digestive System Problem
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z860109: Personal history of other colon polyps
Also known as:
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis 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
Also known as:
- Esophagus Inflammation
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophagitis
- Inflamed Esophagus
- Sore Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2080: Other esophagitis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ballentine perform as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Ballentine may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ballentine's office.
Does Dr. Ballentine accept my insurance?
Dr. Ballentine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-5641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ballentine accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Ballentine in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Medicare
OptumRx
StableView Health
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ballentine's office located?
Dr. Samuel Ballentine's Primary Practice
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz Fl 3
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 362-5641
What is Dr. Ballentine's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ballentine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881038735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballentine?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballentine
What is Dr. Samuel Ballentine's specialty?
Dr. Ballentine is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Saint Louis, MO. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Ballentine to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Ballentine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ballentine is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport 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 Samuel Ballentine accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Ballentine is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Ballentine offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballentine's office at (314) 362-5641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Ballentine?
Please contact Dr. Ballentine's office at (314) 362-5641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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