Summary

Dr. Christina Bales is a gastroenterologist who specializes in complex digestive and nutritional disorders. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 24 years of experience treating patients with challenging gastrointestinal conditions, Dr. Bales has developed particular expertise in managing intricate digestive health issues. She provides care in English for her patients.

Dr. Bales practices at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She focuses on treating conditions such as short bowel syndrome, malabsorption syndromes, and refeeding syndrome. Her clinical work includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and kidney function tests to monitor patients' overall health. Dr. Bales also conducts liver function assessments to evaluate digestive system performance. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Christina B. Bales

3401 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.1 
24 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Philadelphia , PADarby , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: St Georges University School of Medicine-Grenada Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christina B. Bales

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Christina B. Bales has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Christina B. Bales has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hepatologist
  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Christina B. Bales 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 University Of Pennsylvania Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 2005 and Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 2002.

NPI Number

Christina B. Bales' NPI number is 1639379860.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Christina B. Bales affiliated with?
Christina B. Bales is affiliated with Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia.
Is Christina B. Bales accepting new patients?
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Does Christina B. Bales accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Christina B. Bales's office located?
Christina B. Bales's office is located at 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Does Christina B. Bales accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Christina B. Bales accepts on their Vitals profile.

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