Summary

Dr. Althea Hankins has practiced internal medicine, adolescent medicine, and pediatrics for 45 years. She treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, back pain, and back pain during pregnancy.

Dr. Hankins earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and completed her residency at Hurley Medical Center. She sees patients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She speaks French and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hankins 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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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Speaks French, Spanish Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)
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Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc
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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

Dr. Althea Vernice Hankins holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hurley Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Hankins' NPI number is 1386769420.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Althea Hankins's office located?
Dr. Althea Hankins's office is located at 5801 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19144.
What languages does Dr. Althea Hankins speak?
Dr. Althea Hankins speaks French and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Althea Hankins?
You can find contact information for Dr. Althea Hankins here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Althea Hankins accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Althea Hankins accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Althea Hankins accepting new patients?
Dr. Althea Hankins is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Althea Hankins's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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