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Dr. Michele Ballou, MD

Dr. Michele Ballou, MD

Pulmonologist

Salem, VA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ballou, Pulmonologist in Salem, VA?

    Dr. Michele Ballou, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Salem, VA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ballou completed her residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Ballou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballou’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: Pulmonary Disease, Eastern VA Graduate School of Medicine Dept of IM, Norfolk, VA USA

    • Residency: Eastern Virginia Medical School Affiliated Hospitals

    Is Dr. Ballou board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michele Ballou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1986

    What languages does Dr. Ballou speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ballou typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ballou 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. Ballou. 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:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ballou typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michele Ballou may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ballou accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Ballou's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Ballou's office located?

    Dr. Michele Ballou's Primary Practice

    1802 Braeburn Dr

    Salem, VA 24153

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    Ste. 102

    200 Arh Ln Ste 102

    Low Moor, VA 24457

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

    Dr. Ballou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730184789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballou?

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

    What is Dr. Michele Ballou's specialty?

    Dr. Ballou is a Pulmonologist near Salem, VA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Michele Ballou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Ballou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Michele Ballou accepting new patients in Salem, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Michele Ballou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michele Ballou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ballou's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michele Ballou?

    Please contact Dr. Ballou's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ballou's office located?

    Dr. Ballou's offices are located in Salem, VA and Low Moor, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michele Ballou have?

    Dr. Michele Ballou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.