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Dr. Peter Balousek, MD

Dr. Peter Balousek, MD

Renton, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balousek, Neurosurgeon in Renton, WA?

    Dr. Peter Balousek, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Renton, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Balousek graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Balousek is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balousek’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balousek’s office at (425) 917-6209.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Balousek?

    Dr. Peter Balousek, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Balousek empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Cerebral, Arteriovenous Malformations, Brain Tumors, Cerebrovascular Disease, Endovascular Surgery, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Stroke, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Renton/WA community, Dr. Balousek is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California - San Francisco

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery | University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Balousek board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Balousek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery , American Board of Neurological Surgery since 2004

    What languages does Dr. Balousek speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Balousek treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Balousek 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. Balousek. 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:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
    • Birth Defects
    • Cerebral Vascular Malformations
    • Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
    • Brain Blood Vessel Defects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Balousek perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Balousek 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. Balousek. 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:

    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
    • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
    • CyberKnife
    • Brain Radiation Therapy
    • Particle Beam Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion

    Also known as:

    • Stereotactic Headframe Placement
    • Radiosurgery Headframe
    • Stereotactic Frame Application
    • Head Immobilization for Radiosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61800: Application of stereotactic headframe for stereotactic radiosurgery (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
    • Cranial neurostimulator insertion
    • Deep brain stimulation device placement
    • Brain pacemaker implantation
    • Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array

    Also known as:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Does Dr. Balousek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balousek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 917-6209 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balousek accept in Renton, WA?

    Dr. Balousek in Renton, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Balousek's office located?

    Dr. Peter Balousek's Primary Practice

    4033 Talbot Rd S Ste 520

    Renton, WA 98055

    (425) 917-6209

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

    Dr. Balousek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063407716.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balousek?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Balousek's specialty?

    Dr. Balousek is a Neurosurgeon near Renton, WA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Balousek to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Balousek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balousek is affiliated with Valley 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 Peter Balousek accepting new patients in Renton, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Balousek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Balousek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balousek's office at (425) 917-6209 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Balousek?

    Please contact Dr. Balousek's office at (425) 917-6209 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Balousek have?

    Dr. Peter Balousek is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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