Summary

Dr. Althea Hankins is an internal medicine physician with additional specialties in adolescent medicine and pediatrics. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and completed her residency at Hurley Medical Center. With 45 years of experience treating patients across multiple age groups, Dr. Hankins brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in French and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Hankins practices in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where she focuses on managing high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients. She treats various forms of hypertension, including emergency situations that require immediate attention. Her approach includes comprehensive diagnostic services such as hepatitis screening and urine analysis to evaluate overall health. Patients have given Dr. Hankins an average rating of 4.0 stars for her care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 45 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, Spanish
  • Hurley Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Hankins Althea Office

5801 Germantown AvePhiladelphia, PA 19144
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sat12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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4.5 
45 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English, Hindi
Philadelphia , PALanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PADarby , PA
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Althea Vernice Hankins

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Davis Vision
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - HMO
  • Keystone First - Medicaid
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Keystone First - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Althea Vernice Hankins has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Althea Vernice Hankins has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hurley Medical Center

Medical School

Michigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Althea Hankins accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Althea Hankins has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Althea Hankins's office located?
Dr. Althea Hankins's office is located at 5801 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19144.
Does Dr. Althea Hankins accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Althea Hankins?
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What languages does Dr. Althea Hankins speak?
Dr. Althea Hankins speaks French and Spanish.

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