Summary

Dr. Balsam graduated from the Suny Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1984. She works in East Meadow, NY and 1 other location and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Balsam is affiliated with Nassau University Medical Center.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2
  • 42 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Montefiore Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Leah Balsam has 2 locations

Nassau University Medical Center

2201 Hempstead TpkeEast Meadow, NY 11554

Nassau University Medical Center Of Medicine Nephrology

2201 Hempstead Tpke Rm D106East Meadow, NY 11554
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Leah Balsam, MDDr. Darshana M. Dadhania, MDDr. Deirdre Sawinski, MDDr. Line Malha, MD
NephrologyNephrologyNephrologyNephrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.3 
42 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
East Meadow , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Leah Balsam

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Leah Balsam has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Leah Balsam has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Montefiore Medical Center

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Leah Balsam speak?
Dr. Leah Balsam speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Leah Balsam affiliated with?
Dr. Leah Balsam is affiliated with Nassau University Medical Center.
Does Dr. Leah Balsam accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Leah Balsam has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Leah Balsam's office located?
Dr. Leah Balsam's office is located at 2201 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY, 11554.
Does Dr. Leah Balsam accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Leah Balsam accepts on their Vitals profile.

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