Summary

Dr. Akshara Balachandra is a neurologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the brain and nervous system. He completed his medical education at Boston University School of Medicine and brings three years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Balachandra focuses his expertise on complex neurological conditions that affect memory, movement, and cognitive function.

Dr. Balachandra practices in Stanford, California, where he treats patients with cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease. He also has experience managing extrapyramidal symptoms, which involve involuntary movement disorders. His diagnostic approach includes specialized blood tests such as folate testing and acetylcholine receptor antibody testing to help identify underlying neurological conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 3 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • Boston University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Akshara Rao Balachandra has 3 locations

Dr. Akshara Rao Balachandra

300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Stanford , CAOrange , CASan Antonio , TXPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Akshara Rao Balachandra

  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Akshara Rao Balachandra has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

3 Years Experience

Dr. Akshara Rao Balachandra holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 2023.

NPI Number

Dr. Balachandra's NPI number is 1073218939.

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Dr. Akshara Rao Balachandra's office is located at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA, 94305.
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