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Dr. Gregory Balko, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Aspen, CO

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balko, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Aspen, CO?

    Dr. Gregory Balko, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aspen, CO. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Balko graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Balko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balko’s office at (970) 544-1228.

    Where did Dr. Balko go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Wake Forest University Baptist Med Center | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Balko board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Balko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Balko speak?

    Dr. Balko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balko typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balko 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. Balko. 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:

    • 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:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balko typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Balko may include:

    Please contact Dr. Balko's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Balko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 544-1228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balko accept in Aspen, CO?

    Dr. Balko in Aspen, CO 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

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Colorado

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Balko's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Balko's Primary Practice

    401 Castle Creek Rd

    Aspen, CO 81611

    (970) 544-1228

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    What is Dr. Balko's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Balko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932103405.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balko?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balko

    What is Dr. Gregory Balko's specialty?

    Dr. Balko is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Aspen, CO.

    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 Dr. Gregory Balko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balko is affiliated with Aspen Valley Hospital, Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional 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 Dr. Gregory Balko accepting new patients in Aspen, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Balko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Balko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balko's office at (970) 544-1228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gregory Balko?

    Please contact Dr. Balko's office at (970) 544-1228 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balko's office located?

    Dr. Balko's office is located in Aspen, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Balko have?

    Dr. Gregory Balko is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.