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Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri, MD

Pediatrician

Alexandria, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balistreri, Pediatrician in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Alexandria, VA. She is board certified. Dr. Balistreri is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balistreri’s office at (703) 491-4131.

    Is Dr. Balistreri board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Balistreri speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Balistreri typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Balistreri 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. Balistreri. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Balistreri typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri may include:

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

    Does Dr. Balistreri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balistreri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 491-4131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balistreri accept in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Balistreri in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • SAMBA

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Balistreri's office located?

    Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri's Primary Practice

    1500 N Beauregard St Ste 200

    Alexandria, VA 22311

    (703) 491-4131

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    What hospitals are Dr. Balistreri affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Balistreri has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Balistreri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487623211.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balistreri?

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

    What is Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri's specialty?

    Dr. Balistreri is a Pediatrician near Alexandria, VA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balistreri is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri accepting new patients in Alexandria, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balistreri's office at (703) 491-4131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri?

    Please contact Dr. Balistreri's office at (703) 491-4131 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balistreri's office located?

    Dr. Balistreri's office is located in Alexandria, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri have?

    Dr. Denise Tunstall Balistreri is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.