Nicholas R. Balaji
Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
6
conditions
8081 Innovation Park Dr, 700, 
Fairfax, VA 

Overview

Nicholas Balaji, MD, is a specialty care cardiologist board certified in interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology, cardiovascular disease, and internal medicine. He joined Inova Medical Group in 2013. He has a special interest in the management of coronary artery disease and radial artery catheterization for diagnostic and therapeutic coronary interventions. Dr. Balaji became interested in cardiology because of the continuing technological advances within the field. His goal is to help promote cardiovascular health, and to develop a collaborative treatment plan to prevent future illness, manage chronic conditions, and improve quality of life for patients and their families. A native of Rochester, New York, Dr. Balaji currently resides in Alexandria, VA with his wife and two young children. In his spare time he likes to spend time with his family, jog, and purse his interest in photography.

Dr. Balaji is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, and Atrial Fibrillation.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.

Graduate Institution

University Of Michigan Medical School

Residency

University of Michigan Health System Training Specialty: Internal Medicine 6/19/2003 - 6/30/2006

Specialties

Interventional Cardiology
Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MD

Fellowships

MedStar Washington Hospital Center Training Specialty: Cardiology 7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010
Brigham and Women's Hospital Training Specialty: Interventional Cardiology 7/1/2010 - 6/30/2011

Hospital Affiliations

Inova Alexandria Hospital
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
Inova Loudoun Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Awards

Top Doctors
Washingtonian
2022

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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
HealthKeepers
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Innovation Health
  • HMO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Piedmont
  • HMO
  • POS
Sentara Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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

Inova Cardiology - Fairfax
8081 Innovation Park Dr, 700, Fairfax, VA 22031

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicholas R. Balaji

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Is Dr. Nicholas R. Balaji a top-rated expert for Heart Attack?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicholas R. Balaji is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Attack, 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. Nicholas R. Balaji specialize in?

While Dr. Nicholas R. Balaji is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Attack, Apoplexy, and Angina. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.

Does Dr. Nicholas R. Balaji accept my insurance?

Dr. Nicholas R. Balaji accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-472-2900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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