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About Dr. Balasundaram Sekar
Background and practice information
Dr. Balasundaram Sekar is a radiologist with over 52 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Mobile, AL area. He completed his medical training at Other and has been in practice since 1974. He currently practices at Coastal Neurological Institute Pc.
Dr. Balasundaram Sekar has earned an outstanding quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, scoring 92.6 out of 100 on the MIPS quality assessment — placing him among the top-performing providers in his specialty. Dr. Balasundaram Sekar is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, BCBS Alabama, Cigna, and 4 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
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1 location
Coastal Neurological Institute Pc
Primary3280 Dauphin St
Mobile, AL 36606
(251) 450-3700
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Hospital and facility affiliations
Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Balasundaram Sekar
Services & Procedures
Dr. Balasundaram Sekar's clinical practice encompasses diagnostic imaging.
Diagnostic Imaging
72 servicesDr. Balasundaram Sekar utilizes diagnostic imaging to evaluate and monitor patient conditions, including mri scan of brain without contrast and mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast and mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 81% below the billed amount.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Balasundaram Sekar accepts 46 plans from 7 insurers, including Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance and patient safety measures
Exceptional
CMS Quality Score · Out of 100
Dr. Sekar received an overall quality score of 92.6 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting exceptional performance across clinical quality, patient safety, and care coordination. This score places Dr. Sekar among the highest-performing radiologists in Mobile, AL and nationwide. When searching for a top-rated radiologist, a CMS quality score at this level indicates a strong commitment to evidence-based, high-quality patient care.
Clinical Quality
91.3/100Measures the quality of care provided based on clinical outcomes and patient safety
Care Improvement
40.0/40Reflects participation in activities that improve clinical practice and patient engagement
Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System
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About Diagnostic Radiology
Specialty overview and common conditions
Diagnostic radiologists are physicians who have completed specialized training in interpreting medical images to detect abnormalities, diagnose diseases, and monitor treatment response. Unlike interventional radiologists who perform image-guided procedures, diagnostic radiologists focus primarily on...
Common conditions treated by diagnostic radiology specialists:
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Balasundaram Sekar
Does Dr. Sekar accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Sekar accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Sekar and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Sekar accept?
Dr. Sekar is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, BCBS Alabama, Cigna, Medicare, Oxford Health Plans (UHC), and 2 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Sekar's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Sekar offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Dr. Sekar does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other diagnostic radiology providers in Mobile who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Dr. Sekar treat?
As a diagnostic radiology specialist, Dr. Sekar commonly treats conditions including condition, condition, condition, condition, condition, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What is Dr. Sekar's quality rating?
Dr. Sekar has received an outstanding quality score of 92.6 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This score reflects performance across quality measures, promoting interoperability, improvement activities, and cost efficiency.
Where did Dr. Sekar go to medical school?
Dr. Sekar completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 1974, bringing over 52 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Sekar's office located?
Dr. Sekar practices at 3280 DAUPHIN ST, Mobile, AL 36606 at COASTAL NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE PC. You can reach the office by calling (251) 450-3700.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sekar?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Sekar, call the office at (251) 450-3700. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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