Dr. Carl Balog, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Tigard, OR
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balog, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Tigard, OR?
Dr. Carl Balog, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tigard, OR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Balog completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine; Berkshire Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Balog is fluent in English and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balog’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balog’s office at (503) 238-7246.
Where did Dr. Balog go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine; Berkshire Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Semmelweis Orvostudomanyi Egyetem (Peter Pazmany Univ)- Budapest
Is Dr. Balog board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carl Balog, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Balog speak?
Dr. Balog and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hungarian
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balog typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balog 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. Balog. 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:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balog typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balog performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Balog. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture
- Needle Therapy
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Acupuncture Session
CPT Codes:
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Does Dr. Balog accept my insurance?
Dr. Balog accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 238-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balog accept in Tigard, OR?
Dr. Balog in Tigard, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Moda Health
Providence Health & Services
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balog's office located?
Dr. Carl Balog also offers virtual visits
Dr. Carl Balog's Primary Practice
9370 SW Greenburg Rd Ste 602
Tigard, OR 97223
(503) 238-7246
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
60% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
50% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
60% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Carl Balog a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Balog has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Balog, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Balog's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balog's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447287636.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balog?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balog
What is Dr. Carl Balog's specialty?
Dr. Balog is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Tigard, OR.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Carl Balog affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balog is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center 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
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Is Carl Balog accepting new patients in Tigard, OR?
Yes, Dr. Carl Balog is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carl Balog offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balog's office at (503) 238-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carl Balog?
Please contact Dr. Balog's office at (503) 238-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Balog have?
Dr. Carl Balog is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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