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Dr. Gene Balis, MD

Neurosurgeon

Tampa, FL

52 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Balis, Neurosurgeon in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Gene Balis, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified. Dr. Balis completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neurological Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery; Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine. Dr. Balis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balis’s office at (813) 259-0904.

    Where did Dr. Balis go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neurological Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery; Univ Il Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Balis board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gene Balis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Balis speak?

    Dr. Balis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Balis typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Balis 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. Balis. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Does Dr. Balis accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Balis' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Balis' office located?

    Stc 3rd Floor

    2 Tampa General Cir

    Tampa, FL 33606

    (813) 259-0904

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    Dr. Gene Balis' Practice 2

    12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd

    Tampa, FL 33612

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    What hospitals are Dr. Balis affiliated with?

    Dr. Balis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa,Tampa, FL
    Moffitt Cancer Center,Tampa, FL

    What is Dr. Balis's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Balis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568484160.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balis?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balis

    What is Dr. Gene Balis's specialty?

    Dr. Balis is a Neurosurgeon near Tampa, FL.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Gene Balis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Balis is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Moffitt Cancer Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Gene Balis accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gene Balis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gene Balis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balis' office at (813) 259-0904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gene Balis?

    Please contact Dr. Balis' office at (813) 259-0904 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balis' office located?

    Dr. Balis' office is located in Tampa, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gene Balis have?

    Dr. Gene Balis is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.