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Dr. Bala Raja, MD

Anesthesiologist

Largo, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Raja, Anesthesiologist in Largo, FL?

    Dr. Bala Raja, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Largo, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Raja completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Nyu Hospitals Center, Anesthesiology. Dr. Raja is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raja’s office.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Nyu Hospitals Center, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Thanjavur Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Thanjavur- Tn- India

    Is Dr. Raja board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Bala Raja, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Raja speak?

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

    • English
    • Tamil

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Raja typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Raja 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. Raja. 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:

    • 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Raja typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bala Raja may include:

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

    Does Dr. Raja accept my insurance?

    Dr. Raja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Raja accept in Largo, FL?

    Dr. Raja in Largo, FL 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Raja's office located?

    Dr. Bala Raja's Primary Practice

    1401 West Bay Dr

    Largo, FL 33770

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    Dr. Bala Raja's Practice 2

    6321 54th Ave N

    St Petersburg, FL 33709

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    Dr. Bala Raja's Practice 3

    401 Corbett St

    Belleair, FL 33756

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

    Dr. Raja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235196668.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raja?

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

    What is Dr. Bala Raja's specialty?

    Dr. Raja is an Anesthesiologist near Largo, FL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Bala Raja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Raja 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Bala Raja accepting new patients in Largo, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Bala Raja is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bala Raja offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Raja's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bala Raja?

    Please contact Dr. Raja's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Raja's office located?

    Dr. Raja's offices are located in Largo, FL, St Petersburg, FL, and Belleair, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bala Raja have?

    Dr. Bala Raja is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.