Dr. Jay Balachandran, MD
Mequon, WI
16 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Balachandran, Pulmonologist in Mequon, WI?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Balachandran?
Dr. Jay Balachandran, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Balachandran empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Cough-Chronic, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Critical Care, Shortness of Breath, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders, Sleep Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mequon, WI community, Dr. Balachandran is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Balachandran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harvard University, Boston The University of Chicago Medicine
Residency: Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Balachandran board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Jay Balachandran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balachandran speak?
Dr. Balachandran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Balachandran typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Balachandran 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. Balachandran. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Balachandran typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Balachandran may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Balachandran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balachandran accept my insurance?
Dr. Balachandran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balachandran accept in Mequon, WI?
Dr. Balachandran in Mequon, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Payment System (HPS)
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Balachandran's office located?
Dr. Jay Balachandran's Primary Practice
13133 N Port Washington Rd Ste 104
Mequon, WI 53097
What hospitals are Dr. Balachandran affiliated with?
Dr. Balachandran has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Member of American College of Chest Physicians
Member of American Thoracic Society
What is Dr. Balachandran's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balachandran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396786273.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balachandran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balachandran