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Dr. Balraj Kanwar, MD

Irving, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kanwar, Family Medicine Specialist in Irving, TX?

    Dr. Balraj Kanwar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Irving, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kanwar graduated from Agartala Government Medical College and completed his residency at Coney Island Hospital Program. Dr. Kanwar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanwar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanwar’s office at (214) 266-0700.

    Where did Dr. Kanwar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Coney Island Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Agartala Government Medical College | Government Medical College Patiala

    What languages does Dr. Kanwar speak?

    Dr. Kanwar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kanwar typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kanwar 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. Kanwar. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kanwar typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Balraj Kanwar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kanwar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kanwar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kanwar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 266-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kanwar accept in Irving, TX?

    Dr. Kanwar in Irving, TX 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kanwar's office located?

    Parkland Health

    1800 N Britain Rd

    Irving, TX 75061

    (214) 266-0700

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    Dr. Balraj Kanwar's Practice 2

    802 Hopkins St

    Garland, TX 75040

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    What is Dr. Kanwar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kanwar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346214178.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanwar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kanwar

    What is Dr. Balraj Kanwar's specialty?

    Dr. Kanwar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Irving, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Balraj Kanwar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kanwar is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Balraj Kanwar accepting new patients in Irving, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Balraj Kanwar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Balraj Kanwar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kanwar's office at (214) 266-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Balraj Kanwar?

    Please contact Dr. Kanwar's office at (214) 266-0700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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