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Dr. Donald Balun Jr, MD

Psychiatry
4.6 (11)
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26 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Donald Balun Jr, MD

Dr. Donald Balun Jr, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Arroyo Grande, CA. They specialize in Psychiatry, has 26 years of experience. They graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield.

Dr. Balun Jr works at Central Coast Behavioral Health in Arroyo Grande, CA. They frequently treat conditions like ADHD and-or ADD along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Balun Jr's Office Locations

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    Central Coast Behavioral Health
    536 Camino Mercado, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 540-0279
    Monday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
    Tuesday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
    Wednesday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
    Thursday
    8:00am - 5:00pm

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  • Mercy Hospital Springfield

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    Apr 19, 2022
    He was the best practitioner I have ever had. He was so calm, he listened to me and he was such a good and positive man. I’m so sad that he left the practice as he was the best.
    Aro — Apr 19, 2022
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    About Dr. Donald Balun Jr, MD

    Specialties
    • Psychiatry
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    Years of Experience
    • 26 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1255387577
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Balun Jr has an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Balun Jr has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Balun Jr works at Central Coast Behavioral Health in Arroyo Grande, CA. View the full address on Dr. Balun Jr’s profile.

    Dr. Balun Jr has seen patients for ADHD and-or ADD, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Balun Jr on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Balun Jr. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Balun Jr.

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