Overview
Dr. Balagtas is a board eligible specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. His professional journey began when he graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelor of Science degree in Genetics. After receiving his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences, he served as a medical officer in the United States Navy from 2005-2008. Dr. Balagtas went on to complete a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute in Edison, New Jersey where he served as chief resident in his final year. Following residency, Dr. Balagtas completed a fellowship in Spine Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Balagtas' area of expertise includes evaluation and management of neck and low back pain, non-operative spine care and interventional procedures. In addition to the spine, he has special interest in joint pain, sports related injuries, and diagnostic/therapeutic ultrasound. Dr. Balagtas also received extensive electrodiagnostic training in the use of nerve conduction studies and electromyography in the evaluation of peripheral nerve disorders.Dr. Balagtas' main focus is to relieve patients' pain and to help them restore and maximize function to improve their quality of life. He strongly believes in forming a partnership with his patients to provide the most compassionate and competent care possible.
His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Sciatica.
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- HMO
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- HMO
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Locations
2801 K St, Ste 410, Sacramento, CA 95816
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Prudencio S. Balagtas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Prudencio S. Balagtas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Prudencio S. Balagtas by calling their office at 916-389-7100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Prudencio S. Balagtas a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Prudencio S. Balagtas is classified as an Experienced expert for Spinal Stenosis, 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. Prudencio S. Balagtas specialize in?
While Dr. Prudencio S. Balagtas is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, and Cervical Spondylosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Prudencio S. Balagtas accept my insurance?
Dr. Prudencio S. Balagtas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 916-389-7100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Balagtas isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Balagtas isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Herniated DiskDr. Balagtas isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Sacroiliac Joint DiseaseDr. Balagtas isExperienced. Learn about Sacroiliac Joint Disease.
- SciaticaDr. Balagtas isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.
- ScoliosisDr. Balagtas isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.