Expertise in
64
conditions

Dr. Bal R. Bhandari

Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology & Nutritional Medical Services
616 S Washington St, 
Bastrop, LA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
64
conditions
Gastroenterology & Nutritional Medical Services
616 S Washington St, 
Bastrop, LA 

Overview

Bal Bhandari is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bastrop, Louisiana.

Dr. Bhandari is highly rated in 64 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Bhandari is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Specialist in LA

Hospital Affiliations

Fmol Health St Francis
Richland Parish Hospital-Delhi
Ashley County Medical Center
Morehouse General Hospital
Monroe Surgical Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HMO Partners
  • POS
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Primewell Health Services
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • POS
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Gastroenterology & Nutritional Medical Services
616 S Washington St, Bastrop, LA 71220
Other Locations
Delhi Hospital
407 Cincinnati St, Delhi, LA 71232

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Bhandari has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 23, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 2, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, 12-Month, Multiple-Dose Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Three Dose Levels of MSDC-0602K in Patients With NASH (EMMINENCE™)
A Phase 2, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, 12-Month, Multiple-Dose Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Three Dose Levels of MSDC-0602K in Patients With NASH (EMMINENCE™)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 16, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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17 Total Publications

A multi-analyte cfDNA-based blood test for early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma.
A multi-analyte cfDNA-based blood test for early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma.
Journal: Journal of hepatology
Published: October 16, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bal R. Bhandari

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bal R. Bhandari?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Bal R. Bhandari by calling their office at 318-283-2177. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Bal R. Bhandari a top-rated expert for Swallowing Difficulty?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bal R. Bhandari is classified as an Distinguished expert for Swallowing Difficulty, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Bal R. Bhandari specialize in?

While Dr. Bal R. Bhandari is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Gastric Dysmotility. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Bal R. Bhandari participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Bal R. Bhandari has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Swallowing Difficulty. You can view a list of Dr. Bal R. Bhandari's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Bal R. Bhandari accept my insurance?

Dr. Bal R. Bhandari accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 318-283-2177 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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