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Dr. Katharine Balbuena, MD

Physiatrist

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Balbuena, Physiatrist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Katharine Balbuena, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Balbuena graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Dr. Balbuena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balbuena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balbuena’s office at (817) 284-9850.

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

    • Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Balbuena board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Katharine Balbuena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Balbuena speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Balbuena typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Balbuena 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. Balbuena. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Balbuena typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Katharine Balbuena may include:

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

    Does Dr. Balbuena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Balbuena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 284-9850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Balbuena accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Balbuena in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Balbuena's office located?

    Dr. Katharine Balbuena's Primary Practice

    1111 Line Ave

    Shreveport, LA 71101

    (817) 284-9850

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    Dr. Katharine Balbuena's Practice 2

    618 S Grove St Ste 200

    Marshall, TX 75670

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    What hospitals are Dr. Balbuena affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Balbuena has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center,Shreveport, LA
    Willis - Knighton Medical Center,Shreveport, LA

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

    Dr. Balbuena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750340105.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balbuena?

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

    What is Dr. Katharine Balbuena's specialty?

    Dr. Balbuena is a Physiatrist near Shreveport, LA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Katharine Balbuena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Balbuena is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Dr. Katharine Balbuena accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Katharine Balbuena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katharine Balbuena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Balbuena's office at (817) 284-9850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katharine Balbuena?

    Please contact Dr. Balbuena's office at (817) 284-9850 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Balbuena's office located?

    Dr. Balbuena's offices are located in Shreveport, LA and Marshall, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katharine Balbuena have?

    Dr. Katharine Balbuena is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.