Summary

Dr. Anthony Balsamo is an orthopedic surgeon with over five decades of experience treating bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Medical College of Pennsylvania & Hospital, along with additional training at Hahnemann Hospital. Dr. Balsamo is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Balsamo practices at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and sees patients at locations throughout Wilkes Barre, Pittston, and Scranton, Pennsylvania. His expertise includes treating arm fractures and managing hypertension in both adult and pediatric patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.3.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.3
  • 52 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Saw me in a timely manner
  • Staff was courteous

Office Locations

Anthony J. Balsamo has 4 locations

Geisinger East Mountain Specialty Clinic

1155 E Mountain BlvdWilkes Barre, PA 18702
Mon7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Geisinger Orthopaedics Wilkes Barre

1175 E Mountain BlvdWilkes Barre, PA 18702
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Geisinger Healthplex CenterPoint

1201 Oak StPittston, PA 18640
Mon5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri5:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Geisinger Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Scranton

300 Lackawanna AveScranton, PA 18503
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 7:00 pm
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryFamily MedicineOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.3 
52 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Wilkes Barre , PANew Bern , NCAllentown , PAWilkes Barre , PA
Med School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Anthony J. Balsamo

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • State Farm - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Anthony J. Balsamo has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Anthony J. Balsamo has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Anthony J. Balsamo holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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 Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year, Hahneman Hospital in 1975, and Med College Penn in 1975.

Medical School

Graduated from Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia in 1974 and Med College Penn in 1974.

NPI Number

Anthony J. Balsamo's NPI number is 1104812239.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Anthony Balsamo's office located?
Anthony Balsamo's office is located at 1155 E Mountain Blvd, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18702.
Does Anthony Balsamo accept my insurance?
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Does Anthony Balsamo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Anthony Balsamo speak?
Anthony Balsamo speaks English.
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