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Dr. Christopher Ballard, MD

Mount Carmel, IL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ballard, Family Medicine Specialist in Mount Carmel, IL?

    Dr. Christopher Ballard, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mount Carmel, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ballard graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Deaconess Hospital. Dr. Ballard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballard’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballard’s office at (618) 842-4617.

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

    • Residency: Deaconess Hospital

    • Medical School: Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ballard board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ballard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ballard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ballard treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ballard 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. Ballard. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mood Disorder
    • Affective Disorder
    • Emotional Disorder
    • Mental Health Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder

    Also known as:

    • Mild Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Mild major depression
    • Mild depressive episode
    • Low mood

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Which procedures does Dr. Ballard perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Ballard may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ballard's office.

    Does Dr. Ballard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ballard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 842-4617 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ballard accept in Mount Carmel, IL?

    Dr. Ballard in Mount Carmel, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Illinois

    • The Consociate Group

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ballard's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Ballard's Primary Practice

    928 Enterprise Ln

    Mount Carmel, IL 62863

    (618) 842-4617

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    Dr. Christopher Ballard's Practice 2

    303 NW 11th St

    Fairfield, IL 62837

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

    Dr. Ballard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164428165.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballard?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Ballard's specialty?

    Dr. Ballard is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mount Carmel, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Ballard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Ballard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ballard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fairfield Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Christopher Ballard accepting new patients in Mount Carmel, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ballard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Ballard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ballard's office at (618) 842-4617 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ballard?

    Please contact Dr. Ballard's office at (618) 842-4617 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Ballard have?

    Dr. Christopher Ballard is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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