Summary

Dr. Balavittal Varanasi specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine, bringing 46 years of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford. Dr. Varanasi speaks English and provides comprehensive care across multiple medical specialties.

Based in Centralia, Illinois, Dr. Varanasi is affiliated with HSHS Saint Mary's Hospital and practices at AST Primary Care. He treats common conditions including persistent coughs and high blood pressure. His practice offers essential diagnostic services such as flu testing and COVID-19 testing, along with autoinjector treatments. Patients rate him 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 46 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine At Rockford
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Balavittal Varanasi has 2 locations

Ast Primary Care

936 Martin Luther King DrCentralia, IL 62801
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Balavittal Varanasi Md

936 M L King DrCentralia, IL 62801

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46 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English
Centralia , ILAddison , ILBolingbrook , ILTERRE HAUTE , IN
Med School: Osmania Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Balavittal Varanasi

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Golden Rule
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Balavittal Varanasi has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Balavittal Varanasi has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Cancer
  • Check-up
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Other
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine At Rockford.

Medical School

Graduated from Osmania Medical College in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Varanasi's NPI number is 1366419210.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Balavittal Varanasi accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Balavittal Varanasi accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Balavittal Varanasi accepting new patients?
Dr. Balavittal Varanasi has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Balavittal Varanasi affiliated with?
Dr. Balavittal Varanasi is affiliated with Hshs Saint Marys Hospital.
Does Dr. Balavittal Varanasi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Balavittal Varanasi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Balavittal Varanasi's office located?
Dr. Balavittal Varanasi's office is located at 936 Martin Luther King Dr, Centralia, IL, 62801.

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