52 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balachandran, Surgeon in Atlanta, TX?
Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified. Dr. Balachandran completed his residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Interfaith Med Ctr, General Surgery; Jamaica Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Balachandran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balachandran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balachandran’s office.
Where did Dr. Balachandran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Interfaith Med Ctr, General Surgery; Jamaica Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University Of Peradeniya- Fac Of Med- Peradeniya- Sri Lanka (University Sri Lanka)
Is Dr. Balachandran board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Balachandran speak?
Dr. Balachandran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Balachandran typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Balachandran 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. Balachandran. 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Tietze Syndrome
- Cartilage Disorder
- Chondrocostal junction syndrome
- Chest wall pain
- Costochondritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M940: Chondrocostal junction syndrome [Tietze]
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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Balachandran typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Balachandran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balachandran accept my insurance?
Dr. Balachandran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balachandran accept in Atlanta, TX?
Dr. Balachandran in Atlanta, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balachandran's office located?
What is Dr. Balachandran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balachandran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225034010.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balachandran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balachandran
What is Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran's specialty?
Dr. Balachandran is a Surgeon near Atlanta, TX.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balachandran is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Trophy Club, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth 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
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Is Subramaniam Balachandran accepting new patients in Atlanta, TX?
Yes, Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balachandran's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Subramaniam Balachandran?
Please contact Dr. Balachandran's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran have?
Dr. Subramaniam Balachandran is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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