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Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas, MD

Palo Alto, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balagtas, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Balagtas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balagtas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balagtas’s office at (650) 497-8000.

    Is Dr. Balagtas board certified as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Balagtas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Balagtas treat?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Balagtas 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. Balagtas. 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:

    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • ALL Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Childhood Leukemia in Remission
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
    • Cancer
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Connective Tissue Cancer
    • Soft Tissue Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bone Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Primary Bone Cancer
    • Malignant Bone Tumor
    • Bone Sarcoma
    • Osteosarcoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adrenal Gland Cancer
    • Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
    • Adrenocortical Carcinoma
    • Adrenal Cancer
    • Malignant Adrenal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal Cancer
    • Kidney Tumor
    • Renal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Hepatoblastoma
    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood liver cancer
    • Embryonal liver cancer
    • Malignant hepatoblastoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C222: Hepatoblastoma

    Also known as:

    • Lymphoblastic Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • LL
    • Precursor Lymphoblastic Lymphoma
    • Lymphoblastic Lymphoma Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8350: Lymphoblastic (diffuse) lymphoma, unspecified site

    What procedures does Dr. Balagtas perform?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Balagtas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Balagtas. 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:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Bone Marrow Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
    • Bone Marrow Biopsy
    • Marrow Aspiration
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Test
    • Bone Marrow Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
    • 38220: Diagnostic bone marrow; aspiration(s)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
    • Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
    • Spinal tap
    • CSF analysis
    • Diagnostic lumbar puncture
    • Cerebrospinal fluid collection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;

    Also known as:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Balagtas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balagtas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balagtas accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Balagtas in Palo Alto, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Bon Ton Department Stores

    • California Water Service Group

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Balagtas' office located?

    Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas' Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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

    Dr. Balagtas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942498928.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balagtas?

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

    What is Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas's specialty?

    Dr. Balagtas is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Balagtas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balagtas is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?

    Explore Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist 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 Jay Michael Balagtas accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balagtas's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jay Michael Balagtas?

    Please contact Dr. Balagtas's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas have?

    Dr. Jay Michael Balagtas is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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