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Who is Dr. Ballas, Family Medicine Specialist in Bridgeton, NJ?
Dr. Christopher Ballas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bridgeton, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Ballas graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Franciscan Med Ctr-Dayton, Family Medicine; Pa Hospital-Uphs, Psychiatry. Dr. Ballas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballas’s office at (856) 451-4414.
Where did Dr. Ballas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Franciscan Med Ctr-Dayton, Family Medicine; Pa Hospital-Uphs, Psychiatry | Franciscan Fp | Wright State University/Dayton Community Hospitals Program
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Ballas board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Ballas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ballas speak?
Dr. Ballas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ballas typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ballas 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. Ballas. 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:
- 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ballas typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ballas 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. Ballas. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Does Dr. Ballas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ballas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (856) 451-4414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ballas accept in Bridgeton, NJ?
Dr. Ballas in Bridgeton, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ballas' office located?
Dr. Christopher Ballas' Primary Practice
215 Back Neck Rd
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 451-4414
What is Dr. Ballas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ballas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700809076.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballas
What is Dr. Christopher Ballas's specialty?
Dr. Ballas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bridgeton, NJ.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christopher Ballas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ballas is affiliated with Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Rutland Regional Medical Center, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Ballas accepting new patients in Bridgeton, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Ballas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Ballas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballas's office at (856) 451-4414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ballas?
Please contact Dr. Ballas's office at (856) 451-4414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Ballas have?
Dr. Christopher Ballas is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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