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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balbi, Anesthesiologist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Kate Balbi is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Balbi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balbi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balbi’s office at (562) 933-2000.
What languages does Dr. Balbi speak?
Dr. Balbi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Balbi typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Balbi 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. Balbi. 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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Cesarean Delivery
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
- C-section
- Surgical Birth
- Cesarean Section
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
- O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prenatal Care
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- 39 Weeks Pregnant
- Pregnancy
- Full term pregnancy
- Week 39 of gestation
- Due date approaching
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3A39: 39 weeks gestation of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Balbi typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Balbi 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. Balbi. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Balbi accept my insurance?
Dr. Balbi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 933-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balbi accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Balbi in Long Beach, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
MHH Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balbi's office located?
What is Dr. Balbi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balbi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912433673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balbi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balbi
What is Dr. Kate Balbi's specialty?
Dr. Balbi is a Anesthesiologist near Long Beach, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Kate Balbi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balbi is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kate Balbi accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kate Balbi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kate Balbi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balbi's office at (562) 933-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kate Balbi?
Please contact Dr. Balbi's office at (562) 933-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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