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Who is Dr. Ball, Hospitalist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Kenneth Ball, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ball completed his residency at University Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Ball is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ball’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ball’s office at (601) 984-5600.
Where did Dr. Ball go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | University Hospital
Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ball speak?
Dr. Ball and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ball treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ball 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. Ball. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Ball perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Ball may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ball's office.
Does Dr. Ball accept my insurance?
Dr. Ball accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 984-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ball accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Ball in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ball's office located?
What is Dr. Ball's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ball's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770593014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ball?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ball
What is Dr. Kenneth Ball's specialty?
Dr. Ball is a Hospitalist near Jackson, MS. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Ball to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Ball affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ball is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Kenneth Ball accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Ball is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Ball offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ball's office at (601) 984-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Ball?
Please contact Dr. Ball's office at (601) 984-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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