Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ballast, Internist in Shelbyville, IN?
Dr. Christian Ballast, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shelbyville, IN. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Ballast completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ballast is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballast’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballast’s office at (317) 392-3651.
Where did Dr. Ballast go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi
Is Dr. Ballast board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christian Ballast, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ballast speak?
Dr. Ballast and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ballast treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ballast 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. Ballast. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Ballast perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christian Ballast may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ballast's office.
Does Dr. Ballast accept my insurance?
Dr. Ballast accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 392-3651 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ballast accept in Shelbyville, IN?
Dr. Ballast in Shelbyville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Cooperative Benefit Group
Express Scripts
Humana
Iowa Health System
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of Virginia
Unified Group Services
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Where is Dr. Ballast's office located?
Dr. Christian Ballast's Primary Practice
2158 Intelliplex Dr Ste 200
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-3651
What is Dr. Ballast's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ballast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720025174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballast?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballast
What is Dr. Christian Ballast's specialty?
Dr. Ballast is a Internist near Shelbyville, IN.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Ballast to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christian Ballast affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ballast is affiliated with OrthoIndy Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Christian Ballast accepting new patients in Shelbyville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Christian Ballast is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Ballast offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballast's office at (317) 392-3651 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Ballast?
Please contact Dr. Ballast's office at (317) 392-3651 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christian Ballast have?
Dr. Christian Ballast is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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