33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bala, Internist in Schaumburg, IL?
Dr. Massarat Bala, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Schaumburg, IL. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Bala graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis and completed his residency at St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bala is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bala’s office at (847) 359-3400.
Where did Dr. Bala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine | St. Josephs Hospital | Saint Joseph Hospital, Chicago | Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program
Medical School: Government Medical College, Jammu & Kashmir | Butler University in Indianapolis | Kashmir University | Guru Gobind Singh Medical College
Is Dr. Bala board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Massarat Bala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bala speak?
Dr. Bala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bala typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bala 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. Bala. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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 Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bala typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Bala 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. Bala. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Bala accept my insurance?
Dr. Bala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 359-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bala accept in Schaumburg, IL?
Dr. Bala in Schaumburg, 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 Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bala's office located?
Dr. Massarat Bala's Primary Practice
921 N Plum Grove Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 359-3400
What is Dr. Bala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730196833.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bala
What is Dr. Massarat Bala's specialty?
Dr. Bala is a Internist near Schaumburg, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Massarat Bala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bala is affiliated with Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il) 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 Massarat Bala accepting new patients in Schaumburg, IL?
Yes, Dr. Massarat Bala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Massarat Bala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bala's office at (847) 359-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Massarat Bala?
Please contact Dr. Bala's office at (847) 359-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Massarat Bala have?
Dr. Massarat Bala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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