Summary

Dr. Palur Balakrishnan is a cardiologist and internal medicine physician with 57 years of experience treating heart conditions and comprehensive medical care. He earned his medical degree from Kilpauk Medical College and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Balakrishnan speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Balakrishnan practices at multiple locations across the Houston area, including Pearland, Houston, Pasadena, and Baytown, and maintains affiliations with Saint Lukes Patients Medical Center. His expertise focuses on managing high blood pressure and treating hypertensive emergencies when blood pressure reaches dangerous levels. He performs heart rhythm tests and comprehensive blood work to monitor cardiovascular health. Patients rate Dr. Balakrishnan 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 57 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 21 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Palur V Balakrishnan has 4 locations

Premier Heart Specialists

2211 Broadway StPearland, TX 77581
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

4401 Garth RdBaytown, TX 77521

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Dr. Palur V Balakrishnan, MDDr. Bilal Sheikh, MDDr. James Wilson, MDDr. Francia Rojas, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
3.9 
3.7 
57 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Pearland , TXBellville , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Kilpauk Medical College Med School: Baqai Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Palur V Balakrishnan

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • EMI Health
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Priority Health
  • Renaissance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Palur V Balakrishnan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Palur V Balakrishnan has the following 21 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Angioplasty
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Coronary Artery Angioplasty & Stent
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hyperlipidemias
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baylor College Of Medicine

Medical School

Kilpauk Medical CollegeGraduated in 1969

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Palur Balakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Palur Balakrishnan's office is located at 2211 Broadway St, Pearland, TX, 77581.
Does Dr. Palur Balakrishnan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Palur Balakrishnan accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Palur Balakrishnan speak?
Dr. Palur Balakrishnan speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Palur Balakrishnan accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Palur Balakrishnan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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