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Dr. Nicholas Ballay, MD

General Surgery* Age 39
Dr. Nicholas Ballay, MD
4.4 (13 Ratings)
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Dr. Nicholas Ballay, MD

General Surgery* Age 39
Sweetwater, TN
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Nicholas Ballay, MD works in Sweetwater, TN as a General Surgeon and has 17 years experience.

They graduated from LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS in 2007. Dr. Ballay has has worked on more claims relating to Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Colorectal Cancer than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Ballay has received an average rating of 4.4 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. They are affiliated with Starr Regional Medical Center Athens and Sweetwater Hospital Association. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Ballay practices at Practice in Sweetwater, TN and has additional offices in Athens, TN.

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  • APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
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  • Blue Network L
    Blue Network P PPO
    Blue Network S PPO
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  • Curative EPO
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    National POS
  • GA Employee Cigna + Oscar LocalPlus EPO
    GA Employee Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Wendy St. Robbins Pediatric PLLC
    304 Church St, Sweetwater, TN 37874
  2. 2 Starr Regional Medical Center
    1114 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303
  3. 3 McMinn Ortopaedic Clinic PC
    719 Cook Dr Ste 110, Athens, TN 37303

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4.4
Based on 13 Reviews
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1 Star (2)

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May 14, 2023
He has a great bedside manner and explained everything in detail and language I could understand! I did not feel rushed and he was one of the nicest doctors I've ever been to!
— May 14, 2023
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General Surgery
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Education

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  • LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS
    2007
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Nicholas Ballay, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Ballay accepts Aetna, Ambetter and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Ballay accepts here.

Dr. Ballay frequently sees patients for Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Colorectal Cancer.

Dr. Ballay has a star rating of 4.4/5 and has been reviewed 13 times.

Dr. Ballay has been practicing as a General Surgeon for 17 years.

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Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)