Dr. Vanitha Bala

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 32+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Shenandoah, Texas. She attended and graduated from medical school in 1992, having over 32 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Memorial Hermann Hospital System, St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital. Dr. Vanitha Bala also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Digestive Specialists Of North Harris County Pa. Dr. Vanitha Bala accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (936) 321-0033 to request Dr. Vanitha Bala the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 111 Vision Park Blvd
Ste 150
Shenandoah, TX 77384-3002

Phone 1: (936) 321-0033
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Vanitha Bala
Gender Female
PECOS ID 6608819917
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Gastroenterology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 32 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Vanitha Bala graduated from medical school in 1992.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1386662351
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, August 13, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - She does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Vanitha Bala

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Vanitha Bala has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 32 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
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    Gastroenterology
    An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
  • Student, Health Care / Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
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    Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
    An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Digestive Specialists Of North Harris County Pa


Practice Locations

111 Vision Park Blvd
Ste 150
Shenandoah, TX 77384-3002

Phone: (936) 321-0033
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, December 17, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, August 13, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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