31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balderston, Internist in Gibsonia, PA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Balderston?
Dr. Virginia Balderston, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Balderston empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Gibsonia, PA community, Dr. Balderston is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Balderston go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Balderston board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Virginia Balderston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balderston speak?
Dr. Balderston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Balderston typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Balderston 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. Balderston. 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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Balderston typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Virginia Balderston may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Balderston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balderston accept my insurance?
Dr. Balderston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (724) 449-9355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balderston accept in Gibsonia, PA?
Dr. Balderston in Gibsonia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
Transamerica
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Balderston's office located?
Dr. Virginia Balderston's Primary Practice
5318 Ranalli Dr
Gibsonia, PA 15044
(724) 449-9355
What hospitals are Dr. Balderston affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Balderston has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Balderston's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balderston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487632311.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balderston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balderston
What is Dr. Virginia Balderston's specialty?
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.