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Who is Dr. Balakrishnan, Pediatric Cardiologist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Balakrishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balakrishnan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balakrishnan’s office at (248) 534-2444.
Is Dr. Balakrishnan board certified in Pediatric Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Balakrishnan speak?
Dr. Balakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balakrishnan treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Balakrishnan 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. Balakrishnan. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Benign Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Innocent heart murmur
- Harmless heart murmur
- Physiological heart murmur
ICD-10 Codes:
- R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Balakrishnan perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office.
Does Dr. Balakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Balakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 534-2444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balakrishnan accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Balakrishnan in Detroit, MI 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 Michigan
Centene
Children's Special Health Services (ND)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan's Primary Practice
3901 Beaubien St
Detroit, MI 48201
(248) 534-2444
What is Dr. Balakrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437337284.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balakrishnan
What is Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Balakrishnan is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Detroit, MI. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Balakrishnan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balakrishnan is affiliated with Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Preetha Balakrishnan accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (248) 534-2444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Preetha Balakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (248) 534-2444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan have?
Dr. Preetha Balakrishnan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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