Summary

Dr. Karl Balch treats osteoarthritis, knee osteoarthritis, and arthralgia, and performs bursa injections and arthrocentesis. He has practiced orthopedic surgery for 16 years and sees patients in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Balch earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Balch 4.25 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 16 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Southern California Orthopedic Institute

2400 Bahamas Dr Ste 200Bakersfield, CA 93309

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16 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Bakersfield , CAMonterey , CAWasco , CABakersfield , CA
Med School: U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karl R. Balch

  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Legacy Health
  • Magellan Health
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • QualCare
  • QualCare - IPA
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Universal American
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Karl R. Balch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Karl R. Balch has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Other
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Karl R. Balch 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 U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Karl R. Balch's NPI number is 1902127525.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Karl Balch speak?
Karl Balch speaks English.
Is Karl Balch accepting new patients?
Karl Balch is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Karl Balch's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Karl Balch accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Karl Balch accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Karl Balch's office located?
Karl Balch's office is located at 2400 Bahamas Dr Ste 200, Bakersfield, CA, 93309.
Does Karl Balch accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Karl Balch has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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