Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balla, Nephrologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Ashfaq Balla, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Balla completed his residency at State Univ of NY at Buffalo School of Medicine. Dr. Balla is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balla’s office.
Where did Dr. Balla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center | State Univ of NY at Buffalo School of Medicine
Residency: State Univ of NY at Buffalo School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Kashmir, Srinagar, Kashmir
Is Dr. Balla board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Ashfaq Balla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balla speak?
Dr. Balla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Balla typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Balla 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. Balla. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- 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:
- Other Types of Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Various proteinuria
- Different forms of protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R808: Other proteinuria
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Balla typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashfaq Balla may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Balla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balla accept my insurance?
Dr. Balla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balla accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Balla in Worcester, MA 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 Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UMass Memorial Health Care
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balla's office located?
What is Dr. Balla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740228220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balla
What is Dr. Ashfaq Balla's specialty?
Dr. Balla is a Nephrologist near Worcester, MA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Ashfaq Balla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balla is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ashfaq Balla accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ashfaq Balla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashfaq Balla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balla's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashfaq Balla?
Please contact Dr. Balla's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashfaq Balla have?
Dr. Ashfaq Balla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Worcester, MA 01655