--- title: "Dr. Ashwin A. Balaguru | Family Doctor in Modesto, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Ashwin A. Balaguru, M.D. practices Family Medicine in Modesto, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-ashwin-a-balaguru-2088322830" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Ashwin A. Balaguru, M.D. ![Ashwin A. Balaguru, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/oRJ9e_WtIEmcSXSCD08kOLxLvZNmu7wUHJ8x7SeaRwk/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) # Ashwin A. Balaguru, M.D. ## Family Medicine - Accepting new patients [600 Coffee RoadModesto, CA 95355](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-ashwin-a-balaguru-2088322830#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-ashwin-a-balaguru-2088322830#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-ashwin-a-balaguru-2088322830#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-ashwin-a-balaguru-2088322830#provider-services) ## About Dr. Balaguru Languages English Gender Male ### Approach to care Ashwin Balaguru, MD is a Central Valley native who is passionate about caring for the community he grew up in and is dedicated to building long-term relationships with patients and families. Dr. Balaguru believes that great medical care starts with listening. His approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and seeing each patient as a whole person rather than a collection of symptoms or diagnoses. He takes the time to understand his patients' unique experiences, concerns, and goals, with the aim of making every patient feel heard, respected, and supported. He values partnering with patients to navigate their healthcare journey and helping them make informed decisions that align with their individual needs. One of the reasons Dr. Balaguru was drawn to Family Medicine is its broad scope and the opportunity to care for patients throughout every stage of life. His professional interests include preventive care, chronic disease management, women's health and gynecologic care, and office-based procedures such as joint injections, skin biopsies, and other minor procedures. He strives to provide comprehensive, convenient care while serving as a trusted guide through an increasingly complex healthcare system. ### Professional highlights Dr. Balaguru is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) ### Outside of medicine Outside of medicine, Dr. Balaguru enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, playing pickleball and badminton, exploring ancient and medieval history, and enjoying board games, gaming, and science fiction and fantasy. ## Education and training **Medical school:** St Georges University School of Medicine **Internship:** Valley Consortium for Medical, Family Medicine **Residency:** Valley Consortium for Medical, Family Medicine ## Board certifications - Family Medicine ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Gould Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (2 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (19 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (23 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Main Clinic 600 Coffee Road](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/main-clinic-600-coffee-road-1043246806) 600 Coffee Road Modesto, CA 95355 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US) [209-573-7425](tel:+12095737425) 209-550-3905 Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Annual physical exam ### Reasons for visit - Annual checkup ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Family medicine](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/family-medicine) ## Similar providers nearby [View all](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Family+Medicine%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%2C%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Near%3A+Main+Clinic+600+Coffee+Road%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_offices.officeOrFacility.builtin.location%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24near%22%2C%22value%22%3A%7B%22lat%22%3A37.65324450798553%2C%22lng%22%3A-120.97392002455425%2C%22radius%22%3A16093%7D%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) - 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