Summary

Dr. Pratap Balusu is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated 38 years to caring for patients with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from M.R. Medical College at Gulbarga University in Karnataka, India, before completing his internal medicine residency training at St. Mary's Hospital through the Unity Health System. Dr. Balusu speaks English and brings nearly four decades of clinical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Balusu practices at Mercy Health Saint Rita's Medical Center, serving patients in Lima, Ohio. He specializes in treating serious conditions including respiratory failure and advanced chronic kidney disease. His approach to patient care includes coordinating rehabilitation services and strength training programs to help patients recover and maintain their health. Patients have given Dr. Balusu an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and skilled medical care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Mercy Health - St. Rita's Internal Medicine

750 W High St Ste 250Lima, OH 45801
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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38 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic Speaks Arabic, Russian Speaks English, Spanish
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Med School: Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College Med School: Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Mem Univ Of Newfoundland Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Pratap Balusu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Bridgeway Health Solutions
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Pratap Balusu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Pratap Balusu has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Pratap Balusu holds an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine and St Mary's Hospital (Waterbury) Program.

Medical School

Graduated from Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College, M.R. Med Coll, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga, Karnataka, India in 1988, and Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences in 1988.

NPI Number

Pratap Balusu's NPI number is 1083607519.

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Pratap Balusu is affiliated with Mercy Health Saint Ritas Medical Center.
Where is Pratap Balusu's office located?
Pratap Balusu's office is located at 750 W High St Ste 250, Lima, OH, 45801.
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