32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balette, Family Medicine Specialist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Charles Balette, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Balette graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara, Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Niagara Falls Mem Med Center. He is a member of the AMA, AAFP, ST TAMMANY PARK MED. SOCIETY, and LA MEDICAL SOCIETY. Dr. Balette is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balette’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balette’s office at (985) 875-9166.
Where did Dr. Balette go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Niagara Falls Mem Med Center
Medical School: Autonomous University of Guadalajara, Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Balette board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Balette, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 1993, American Board of Family Medicine since 2005, American Board of Family Medicine since 1999
What languages does Dr. Balette speak?
Dr. Balette and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balette typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Balette 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. Balette. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Hypothyroidism
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Balette typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Balette may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Balette's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balette accept my insurance?
Dr. Balette accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 875-9166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balette accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Balette in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balette's office located?
Dr. Charles Balette's Primary Practice
1119 S Tyler St
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 875-9166
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMA
Member
AAFP
Member
ST TAMMANY PARK MED. SOCIETY
Member
LA MEDICAL SOCIETY
Member
What is Dr. Balette's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851358816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balette?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balette
What is Dr. Charles Balette's specialty?
Dr. Balette is a Family Medicine Specialist near Covington, LA.
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. Charles Balette affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balette is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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
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Is Charles Balette accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Balette is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Balette offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balette's office at (985) 875-9166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Balette?
Please contact Dr. Balette's office at (985) 875-9166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Balette have?
Dr. Charles Balette is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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