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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balakrishna, Internist in Prospect, KY?
Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Prospect, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Balakrishna graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Balakrishna is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balakrishna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balakrishna’s office at (502) 587-0521.
Where did Dr. Balakrishna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Christian Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Vellore- Tn- India | University of Louisville School of Medicine | Christian Medical College
Is Dr. Balakrishna board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balakrishna speak?
Dr. Balakrishna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Balakrishna typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Balakrishna 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. Balakrishna. 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:
- 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Balakrishna typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna 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. Balakrishna's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balakrishna accept my insurance?
Dr. Balakrishna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 587-0521 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balakrishna accept in Prospect, KY?
Dr. Balakrishna in Prospect, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balakrishna's office located?
Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna's Primary Practice
9517 US Highway 42
Prospect, KY 40059
(502) 587-0521
Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna's Practice 2
12613 Taylorsville Rd Ste 118
Louisville, KY 40299
What is Dr. Balakrishna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balakrishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295709251.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balakrishna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balakrishna
What is Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna's specialty?
Dr. Balakrishna is a Internist near Prospect, KY.
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. Padmapriya Balakrishna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balakrishna is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville 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 Padmapriya Balakrishna accepting new patients in Prospect, KY?
Yes, Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishna's office at (502) 587-0521 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Padmapriya Balakrishna?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishna's office at (502) 587-0521 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna have?
Dr. Padmapriya Balakrishna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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