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IU Health Ball Memorial Maternal & Fetal Health
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When you visit IU Health Ball Maternal & Fetal Health in Muncie, you'll receive care designed for your specific pregnancy.
Our highly skilled team believes in treating you as a whole person. At Ball Maternal & Fetal Health, you’ll have access to a broad range of specialty care services in our outpatient office.
IU Health Ball Maternal & Fetal Health provides specialized maternity care including high-risk pregnancy care, prenatal testing and diagnostic imaging and monitoring. Our outpatient specialty office is under the direction of our board certified Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist.
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is a Level III Obstetrics Unit and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit certified by the state of Indiana. This designation brings 24 hour a day in house obstetricians and neonatal providers to support your prenatal and delivery service needs.
High-Risk Pregnancy Care
Every expectant mother hopes for an easy, worry free pregnancy. Your pregnancy may be considered high risk if you or your baby has a condition that increases the chances of a health problem during or after birth. These conditions may be pre-existing before you became pregnant or they may develop during your pregnancy. Our relationship with each patient is designed in collaboration with the referring provider and the specific needs of the patient.
Our specialized care for you may include a co-management or consultation with our specialist and your primary obstetric caregiver. Our Maternal Fetal Specialist is part of the IU Health OB/GYN Provider team & Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine Provider team. IU Health Ball Maternal Fetal Health has extended support services with genetic counselors, neonatologist and perinatal palliative care services.
- Maternal fetal medicine consultation
- Co-management with an OB provider
- Pregnancy and delivery care
- IU Health Ball neonatology providers - Level III NICU services
Specialized Prenatal Testing
Our care for you may include prenatal testing for genetic problems such as neural tube defects, ventral wall defects, Down syndrome, chromosomal problems and congenital heart problems. Diagnosing a birth defect in the womb allows you and the doctor to work together to plan you pregnancy care. If any problems are detected, our team will be available to offer a variety of individual counseling and support services.
- First trimester screening ultrasounds with NIPT
- Genetic amniocentesis
- Genetic counseling
Specialized Diagnostic Ultrasound
Our specialized care for you may include high resolution imaging services. Ultrasounds are safe for both you and your baby with no known risk. We perform ultrasounds at all gestational ages. Our best opportunities for screening for abnormalities or anomalies are during the first trimester around 11 weeks to 13 weeks and during the second trimester with a complete fetal survey around 18 weeks to 22 weeks.
The advanced ultrasound equipment enables staff to examine in detail the baby’s brain, heart and other vital organs. Diagnosing a birth defect in the womb allows you and your doctor to work together to plan your pregnancy care.
Some maternal high-risk conditions could also need closely monitored with regular ultrasounds. If any problems are detected, our specialized team will be available to offer a variety of individual counseling and support services. We have been granted accreditation in obstetric ultrasound by the AIUM Ultrasound Practice Accreditation Council.
- First trimester screening ultrasounds
- Complete fetal anatomy ultrasounds
- Level II targeted ultrasounds
- Fetal echocardiograms
- Biophysical profiles
- MCA and UA Doppler
- Fetal non-stress test
Our Services
IU Health Ball Maternal & Fetal Health provides specialized maternity care including high-risk pregnancy care, prenatal testing and diagnostic imaging and monitoring. Our outpatient specialty office is under the direction of our board certified Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist.
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is a Level III Obstetrics Unit and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit certified by the state of Indiana. This designation brings 24 hour a day in house obstetricians and neonatal providers to support your prenatal and delivery service needs.
High-Risk Pregnancy Care
Every expectant mother hopes for an easy, worry free pregnancy. Your pregnancy may be considered high risk if you or your baby has a condition that increases the chances of a health problem during or after birth. These conditions may be pre-existing before you became pregnant or they may develop during your pregnancy. Our relationship with each patient is designed in collaboration with the referring provider and the specific needs of the patient.
Our specialized care for you may include a co-management or consultation with our specialist and your primary obstetric caregiver. Our Maternal Fetal Specialist is part of the IU Health OB/GYN Provider team & Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine Provider team. IU Health Ball Maternal Fetal Health has extended support services with genetic counselors, neonatologist and perinatal palliative care services.
- Maternal fetal medicine consultation
- Co-management with an OB provider
- Pregnancy and delivery care
- IU Health Ball neonatology providers - Level III NICU services
Specialized Prenatal Testing
Our care for you may include prenatal testing for genetic problems such as neural tube defects, ventral wall defects, Down syndrome, chromosomal problems and congenital heart problems. Diagnosing a birth defect in the womb allows you and the doctor to work together to plan you pregnancy care. If any problems are detected, our team will be available to offer a variety of individual counseling and support services.
- First trimester screening ultrasounds with NIPT
- Genetic amniocentesis
- Genetic counseling
Specialized Diagnostic Ultrasound
Our specialized care for you may include high resolution imaging services. Ultrasounds are safe for both you and your baby with no known risk. We perform ultrasounds at all gestational ages. Our best opportunities for screening for abnormalities or anomalies are during the first trimester around 11 weeks to 13 weeks and during the second trimester with a complete fetal survey around 18 weeks to 22 weeks.
The advanced ultrasound equipment enables staff to examine in detail the baby’s brain, heart and other vital organs. Diagnosing a birth defect in the womb allows you and your doctor to work together to plan your pregnancy care.
Some maternal high-risk conditions could also need closely monitored with regular ultrasounds. If any problems are detected, our specialized team will be available to offer a variety of individual counseling and support services. We have been granted accreditation in obstetric ultrasound by the AIUM Ultrasound Practice Accreditation Council.
- First trimester screening ultrasounds
- Complete fetal anatomy ultrasounds
- Level II targeted ultrasounds
- Fetal echocardiograms
- Biophysical profiles
- MCA and UA Doppler
- Fetal non-stress test
Each appointment will be designed to your unique needs. During a typical appointment, you can expect our care team to do the following:
- Discuss your questions and concerns
- Review your medical and family history
- Perform any necessary exams or tests
- Provide medical support
- Make recommendations to your primary provider
Insurance
IU Health accepts most insurance plans. We recommend that you verify your benefits and eligibility with your insurance company before your visit.
Preparing for Your Appointment
Prior to your appointment, please bring the following:
- Insurance and identification card(s)
- Request records be sent by referring physician
- A list of current medications, including over-the-counter medicines and supplements
Please call 765.751.5075 to pre-register for your appointment at our office. Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete any outstanding paperwork.
Amenities
IU Health Ball Maternal Fetal Health office is located inside IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital on the first floor. The location offers numerous amenities, including:
- Handicap accessibility
- Lab and radiology services in the building
- Retail pharmacy services on the first floor of IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
- Coffee shop in the building
- Gift shop and cafeteria in the building
- Breastfeeding Support
Parking
We offer free on-site parking for patients. Parking is accessible near the main entrance of IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Parking Shuttle can be arranged by calling 765.747.3335.
My IU Health Patient Portal
The My IU Health patient portal makes it easy for you to navigate to self-schedule appointments with select providers, send messages to your care team, view results and pay a bill.
About Your Visit
Each appointment will be designed to your unique needs. During a typical appointment, you can expect our care team to do the following:
- Discuss your questions and concerns
- Review your medical and family history
- Perform any necessary exams or tests
- Provide medical support
- Make recommendations to your primary provider
Insurance
IU Health accepts most insurance plans. We recommend that you verify your benefits and eligibility with your insurance company before your visit.
Preparing for Your Appointment
Prior to your appointment, please bring the following:
- Insurance and identification card(s)
- Request records be sent by referring physician
- A list of current medications, including over-the-counter medicines and supplements
Please call 765.751.5075 to pre-register for your appointment at our office. Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete any outstanding paperwork.
Amenities
IU Health Ball Maternal Fetal Health office is located inside IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital on the first floor. The location offers numerous amenities, including:
- Handicap accessibility
- Lab and radiology services in the building
- Retail pharmacy services on the first floor of IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
- Coffee shop in the building
- Gift shop and cafeteria in the building
- Breastfeeding Support
Parking
We offer free on-site parking for patients. Parking is accessible near the main entrance of IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Parking Shuttle can be arranged by calling 765.747.3335.
My IU Health Patient Portal
The My IU Health patient portal makes it easy for you to navigate to self-schedule appointments with select providers, send messages to your care team, view results and pay a bill.
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