UMC Gastroenterology
4309 102nd St, 
Lubbock, TX 

Overview

Ryan Balko is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, and Achalasia.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Hospital Affiliations

University Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Cigna
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FirstCare
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FirstCarolinaCare
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
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Humana
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Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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Locations

UMC Gastroenterology
4309 102nd St, Lubbock, TX 79423
Other Locations
UNC Hospitals Outpatient Center at Eastowne
100 Eastowne Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ryan Balko

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ryan Balko?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ryan Balko by calling their office at 806-761-0747. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ryan Balko a top-rated expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ryan Balko is classified as an Experienced expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), 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. Ryan Balko specialize in?

While Dr. Ryan Balko is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, and Achalasia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Ryan Balko participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ryan Balko has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). You can view a list of Dr. Ryan Balko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ryan Balko accept my insurance?

Dr. Ryan Balko accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 806-761-0747 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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