Summary

Dr. Jennifer Balde is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing comprehensive care to both adult and elderly patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of the East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Metropolitan Hospital Center. With 24 years of experience in practice, Dr. Balde has developed expertise in managing complex health conditions across different age groups. She communicates with patients in Vietnamese, Spanish, English, and Russian.

Dr. Balde practices at Smart Comprehensive Health in Kennewick, Washington, and maintains hospital affiliations with Lourdes Medical Center. Her clinical focus includes treating high blood pressure in both adults and children, as well as managing high cholesterol in young patients. She provides comprehensive services including physical therapy coordination and hospice care for patients and families facing end-of-life decisions. Patients have given Dr. Balde an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, English, Russian
  • Metropolitan Hospital Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Smart Comprehensive Health

811 S Auburn StKennewick, WA 99336

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Med School: Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Dow Medical College Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jennifer Cardel Balde

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Asuris Northwest Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • First Choice Health
  • Group Health Cooperative
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • State Farm
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jennifer Cardel Balde has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jennifer Cardel Balde has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Metropolitan Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Balde's NPI number is 1407170715.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Jennifer Balde accepting new patients?
Dr. Jennifer Balde has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jennifer Balde affiliated with?
Dr. Jennifer Balde is affiliated with Lourdes Medical Center.
Does Dr. Jennifer Balde accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Jennifer Balde accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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