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Who is Dr. Balough, Otologist & Neurotologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Ben Balough, MD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Balough completed his residency at Nmcsd. Dr. Balough is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balough’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balough’s office at (619) 532-9604.
Where did Dr. Balough go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nmcsd
Is Dr. Balough board certified in Otologist & Neurotologist?
Yes, Dr. Ben Balough, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Balough speak?
Dr. Balough and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balough treat?
As a Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Balough 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. Balough. 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:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Chronic Left Ear Infection
- Chronic Right Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Left Middle Ear Infection
- Chronic Left Otitis Media
- Long-term Left Ear Infection
- Chronic Right Middle Ear Infection
- Chronic Right Otitis Media
- Long-term Right Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H663X2: Other chronic suppurative otitis media, left ear
- H663X1: Other chronic suppurative otitis media, right ear
Also known as:
- Mixed Hearing Loss
- Mixed Hearing Loss in Right Ear
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Combined Hearing Loss
- Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
- Mixed Type Hearing Loss
- Mixed Deafness Right Ear
- Combined Hearing Impairment Right Side
- Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss Right Ear
- Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H90A31: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, right ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
- H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Superficial Fungal Infection
- Fungal Infection
- Skin fungus
- Dermatophytosis
- Tinea
ICD-10 Codes:
- B369: Superficial mycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Follicular Skin Cyst
- Pilar Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Hair Follicle Cyst
- Dermal Cyst
- Subcutaneous Cyst
- Scalp cyst
- Trichilemmal cyst
- Hair follicle cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L729: Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
- L7211: Pilar cyst
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Meniere's Disease
- Ménière disease
- Ménière's Syndrome
- Endolymphatic Hydrops
- Inner Ear Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8101: Meniere's disease, right ear
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Perforated Eardrum in Left Ear
- Ear Disorder
- Ruptured Eardrum Left Ear
- Hole in Left Eardrum
- Tympanic Membrane Perforation Left Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7292: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, left ear
Which procedures does Dr. Balough perform as a Otologist & Neurotologist?
As a Otologist & Neurotologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ben Balough may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balough's office.
Does Dr. Balough accept my insurance?
Dr. Balough accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 532-9604 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balough accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Balough in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balough's office located?
Dr. Ben Balough's Primary Practice
6600 Bruceville Rd
Sacramento, CA 95823
(619) 532-9604
What is Dr. Balough's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083687594.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balough?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balough
What is Dr. Ben Balough's specialty?
Dr. Balough is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Sacramento, CA. An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions. Contact Dr. Balough to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ben Balough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Balough is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - Roseville Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - Sacramento Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Otologist & Neurotologist?
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Is Ben Balough accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ben Balough is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ben Balough offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balough's office at (619) 532-9604 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ben Balough?
Please contact Dr. Balough's office at (619) 532-9604 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ben Balough have?
Dr. Ben Balough is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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