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Steven R. Ballard, ANP-BC, RN, MSN, BSN

Phelps Health

Steven R. Ballard, ANP-BC, RN, MSN, BSN
4.9
466 ratings, 41 comments

Accepting New Patients

Offers Telehealth Visits

Specialties

Cardiology

Gender

Male

Special Interests

Pacemaker and implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD) and follow-up care
Heart failure
Arrhythmia management

Board Certifications

American Association of Nurse Practitioners

About Me

I'm Steve Ballard, ANP-BC, RN, MSN, BSN, a board-certified nurse practitioner, specializing in cardiovascular medicine. I have worked in healthcare, specifically in cardiology, since 1986. I completed my associate’s degree in nursing at Southeast Missouri State University, my Bachelor of Science degree at Central Methodist University and my Master of Science degree to become a nurse practitioner at Saint Louis University.

I provide outpatient follow-up care, pacemaker and implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD) follow-up care, EKGs, holter and event monitors, in addition to participating in several clinical research trials. I joined Phelps Health in 2000.

My philosophy of care is to work hard, do your best and be nice. It has always been a blessing to be a part of helping someone get better and feel better. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, being outside and exercising.

I also offer telehealth visits, which allow patients to visit with me remotely using a smartphone, tablet or computer with an internet connection and audio-video capabilities.

Education & Training

Undergraduate School Central Methodist University, Fayette, Missouri, Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Graduate School Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri

Awards & Honors

awardSteven Ballard, along with his care staff, were recognized with Awards of Excellence for achieving patient experience scores above the 90th percentile in 2019.

Insurance

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Ratings and Reviews

Provider Overall Quality of Care

The physician and advance practice provider star ratings are an average based on the data collected from the Phelps Health post-visit surveys. 4.9
4.9 out of 5 (466 Ratings, 41 comments)
Nov 14, 2024
Steve Ballard and I have known each other for over 20 years, he's the best doctor I've known.
Nov 12, 2024
Treated me with respect. Explained everything I needed to know.
Nov 12, 2024
I was treated so kindly and so respectfully. It was very timely and very thorough and I think Steve Ballard is amazing. I would pick him for my cardiologist if I could. Thank you.
Nov 11, 2024
It full filled my neds
Nov 8, 2024
Everything was perfect everyone was great .
Nov 4, 2024
Very professional.
Nov 1, 2024
Need to bring back old staff the provider was excellent
Oct 30, 2024
Everything went extremely well. I was very satisfied as always. Thank you. Have a great afternoon.
Oct 24, 2024
There is no one at the window to check in for six or eight minutes, but someone eventually showed up. Not a biggie.
Oct 23, 2024
Everything was, as usual, excellent. Thanks for providing such great care.
Oct 18, 2024
Everyone was very courteous from front desk to provider! Mr Ballard explained things and listened to my concerns! Thank you!
Oct 17, 2024
Things went well. No improvement needed.
Oct 17, 2024
The office staff was courteous and efficient. I was seen and my provider took time to examine and evaluate me. I felt good about my visit.
Oct 14, 2024
I really liked this provider, Steve Ballard, wish he could be the person I see every time!
Oct 14, 2024
I thanks GOD For Wonderful DOCTORS AND NURSES. BLESSINGS THEM ALL
Oct 11, 2024
Every thing was great and timely.
Oct 4, 2024
Everything was perfect.
Oct 3, 2024
Everyone was extremely wonderful and caring, especially Steve Ballard. I really do appreciate your clinic and thank God every day for your service. Take care.
Oct 3, 2024
Provider had (some) knowledge of previous (initial) liver test results but not subsequent retesting conducted at Fort Leonardwood; having those results prior to my appointment would have made the appointment more productive and considered befor meeting more informative with regard to prognosis and care.
Oct 1, 2024
My family and I are very uncomfortable with all our providers leaving us. Great providers.
Oct 1, 2024
Everyone was friendly and had time to talk with me.
Sep 23, 2024
Find out blood test results and X-ray results
Sep 20, 2024
Miss .you heart doctor.ButSteve is good at what he does .An makes me feel he cares. As do the nurses too
Sep 17, 2024
Steve is always so patient, polite, and professional. He makes you feel totally comfortable and explains everything patiently and in detail until you really do understand!
Sep 17, 2024
I'm not sure they read material send ahead of time to be ready for my appointment. The follow-up was good but still need information from what was sent to them.
Sep 16, 2024
everything was satisfactory
Sep 10, 2024
Everyone was very polite and helpful. Thank you.
Sep 6, 2024
Clearly defined future steps
Sep 4, 2024
Everything was good
Sep 4, 2024
Steve Ballard was terrific!!!! He came in ready to go, had all his notes written out, knew about me and what had been going on. I was impressed and I appreciated his thoroughness and not having his back to me the entire time.
Aug 28, 2024
Steve Ballard is extremely knowledgeable with his patients and their individual ailments! The nurses and office staff are caring and compassionate.
Aug 26, 2024
explained all issues required. Did not harp on my obesity. I know I am overweight and am trying to rectify the issue.
Aug 26, 2024
Every staff member was polite and congenial. The nurse articulated very clearly for my mother who experiences some hearing impairment, and the nurse repeated things when needed. Steve Ballard was very prepared, having perused mom's files thoroughly prior to visiting with us. He was an attentive listener and treated mom with dignity as he explained her existing diagnoses and future plans related to her specific medical needs. Our visit was certainly a wonderful experience.
Aug 21, 2024
Steve was able to help ease my fears.
Aug 20, 2024
Steve Ballard is a very good health provider, a good doctor, and I would recommend him to anyone. We really like him. Thank you.
Aug 13, 2024
Everyone was very kind and polite! I feel comfortable talking about my health concerns and confident about my health care.
Aug 12, 2024
The doctor was very thorough and answered all my questions. The nurse was excellent also. Both were very caring.
Aug 9, 2024
Everything went smooth. There was no waiting time. My appointment was on time. And Stephen Ballard is excellent. He listened to me. He's taken care of me. I give him a 10+.
Aug 7, 2024
You did everything. Fantastic. I like Steve Ballard. He's a very good doctor. He might not just be an assistant doctor, but he's very good and very caring. Thank you. Bye.
Aug 7, 2024
It was nice to see a provider who was on time for the appointment!
Jul 30, 2024
Steve Ballard is top notch.