Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balabanov, Neurologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Balabanov completed her residency at Henry Ford Hospital - Neurology. Dr. Balabanov is fluent in English and Bulgarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balabanov’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balabanov’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Balabanov?
Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Balabanov empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Balabanov is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Balabanov go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush University Medical Center - Clinical Neurophysiology | Rush University Medical Center - Epilepsy
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital - Neurology
Medical School: Medical Academy, Sofia, Bulgaria (Education)
What languages does Dr. Balabanov speak?
Dr. Balabanov and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bulgarian
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Balabanov typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Balabanov 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. Balabanov. 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:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Balabanov typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Balabanov's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balabanov accept my insurance?
Dr. Balabanov accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balabanov accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Balabanov in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Balabanov's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Balabanov affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Balabanov has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Balabanov's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balabanov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770578304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balabanov?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balabanov
What is Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov's specialty?
Dr. Balabanov is a Neurologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balabanov is affiliated with Rush University 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 Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balabanov's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov?
Please contact Dr. Balabanov's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Balabanov's office located?
Dr. Balabanov's offices are located in Chicago, IL and Oak Park, IL.
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