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Dr. Shirish Balachandra, MD

Bronx, NY

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    Who is Dr. Balachandra, Family Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Shirish Balachandra, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Balachandra graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Rochester/Highland Hospital of Rochester Program. Dr. Balachandra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balachandra’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balachandra’s office at (718) 589-2440.

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

    • Residency: University of Rochester/Highland Hospital of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Balachandra board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shirish Balachandra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Balachandra speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Balachandra treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balachandra 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. Balachandra. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Latent Tuberculosis
    • Tuberculosis
    • Inactive TB
    • Latent TB Infection
    • Hidden TB

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z227: Latent tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Balachandra perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shirish Balachandra may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balachandra's office.

    Does Dr. Balachandra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balachandra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 589-2440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balachandra accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Balachandra in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Provider Networks

    • SelectCare

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of California

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Balachandra's office located?

    Dr. Shirish Balachandra's Primary Practice

    1065 Southern Blvd

    Bronx, NY 10459

    (718) 589-2440

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    Dr. Shirish Balachandra's Practice 2

    223 W Cole Blvd

    Calexico, CA 92231

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    Dr. Shirish Balachandra's Practice 3

    8027 111 Hwy

    Niland, CA 92257

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

    Dr. Balachandra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083637052.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balachandra?

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

    What is Dr. Shirish Balachandra's specialty?

    Dr. Balachandra is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Balachandra to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shirish Balachandra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Balachandra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pioneers Memorial Hospital, El Centro Regional Medical 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Shirish Balachandra accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Shirish Balachandra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shirish Balachandra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balachandra's office at (718) 589-2440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shirish Balachandra?

    Please contact Dr. Balachandra's office at (718) 589-2440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shirish Balachandra have?

    Dr. Shirish Balachandra is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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