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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ball, Family Medicine Specialist in Longview, TX?
Dr. Charles Ball, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Longview, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Ball completed his residency at Huntsville Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Ball is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ball’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ball’s office at (903) 470-8100.
Where did Dr. Ball go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Huntsville Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | University of Arkansas College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ball board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Ball, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ball speak?
Dr. Ball and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ball typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ball 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. Ball. 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ball typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Ball may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ball's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ball accept my insurance?
Dr. Ball accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 470-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ball accept in Longview, TX?
Dr. Ball in Longview, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
90 Degree Benefits
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Capital Blue Cross
Christus Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ball's office located?
What is Dr. Ball's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ball's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720020738.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ball?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ball
What is Dr. Charles Ball's specialty?
Dr. Ball is a Family Medicine Specialist near Longview, TX.
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. Charles Ball affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ball is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Chi St. Vincent Hot Springs 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 Charles Ball accepting new patients in Longview, TX?
Yes, Dr. Charles Ball is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Ball offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ball's office at (903) 470-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Ball?
Please contact Dr. Ball's office at (903) 470-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Ball have?
Dr. Charles Ball is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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