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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balbuena-Root, Clinical Neurophysiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Melissa Balbuena-Root, MD is a Clinical Neurophysiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Balbuena-Root is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balbuena-Root’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balbuena-Root’s office at (855) 395-4666.
What languages does Dr. Balbuena-Root speak?
Dr. Balbuena-Root and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balbuena-Root treat?
As a Clinical Neurophysiologist, Dr. Balbuena-Root 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. Balbuena-Root. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
- M50121: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with radiculopathy
Also known as:
- Spine Deformity
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Dorsopathy
- Spinal Curvature Disorder
- Spinal Deformity (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- M438X6: Other specified deforming dorsopathies, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Reduced Skin Sensation
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Decreased skin feeling
- Partial numbness
- Hypoesthesia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R201: Hypoesthesia of skin
Which procedures does Dr. Balbuena-Root perform as a Clinical Neurophysiologist?
As a Clinical Neurophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Balbuena-Root may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balbuena-Root's office.
Does Dr. Balbuena-Root accept my insurance?
Dr. Balbuena-Root accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 395-4666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balbuena-Root accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Balbuena-Root in Nashville, TN 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 Blue Shield of Arizona
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balbuena-Root's office located?
Dr. Melissa Balbuena-Root's Primary Practice
336 22nd Ave N
Nashville, TN 37203
(855) 395-4666
What is Dr. Balbuena-Root's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balbuena-Root's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912360884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balbuena-Root?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balbuena-Root
What is Dr. Melissa Balbuena-Root's specialty?
Dr. Balbuena-Root is a Clinical Neurophysiologist near Nashville, TN. Clinical Neurophysiology is a subspecialty that focuses on diagnosing and managing disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems through a combination of clinical assessment and electrophysiologic testing. This includes techniques such as electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and nerve conduction studies (NCS). Contact Dr. Balbuena-Root to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Balbuena-Root affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balbuena-Root is affiliated with Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Texas Health Center For Diagnostics & Surgery Plano, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Centrastate Medical Center, Trident 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Neurophysiologist?
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Is Melissa Balbuena-Root accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Balbuena-Root is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Balbuena-Root offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balbuena-Root's office at (855) 395-4666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Balbuena-Root?
Please contact Dr. Balbuena-Root's office at (855) 395-4666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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