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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ballantyne, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Peter Ballantyne, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Ballantyne graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ballantyne is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballantyne’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballantyne’s office at (757) 467-4200.
Where did Dr. Ballantyne go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | University of Virginia Program
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Ballantyne board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Ballantyne, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ballantyne speak?
Dr. Ballantyne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ballantyne typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ballantyne 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. Ballantyne. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ballantyne typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Ballantyne may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ballantyne's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ballantyne accept my insurance?
Dr. Ballantyne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 467-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ballantyne accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Ballantyne in Norfolk, VA 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
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ballantyne's office located?
What is Dr. Ballantyne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ballantyne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154357648.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballantyne?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballantyne
What is Dr. Peter Ballantyne's specialty?
Dr. Ballantyne is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Norfolk, VA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Peter Ballantyne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ballantyne is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Ballantyne accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Ballantyne is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Ballantyne offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballantyne's office at (757) 467-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Ballantyne?
Please contact Dr. Ballantyne's office at (757) 467-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Ballantyne have?
Dr. Peter Ballantyne is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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