Summary

Dr. Karen Ballen treats acute myeloid leukemia, multiple myeloma, and myelodysplastic syndromes. She has practiced hematology and oncology for 40 years. Board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Ballen completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in 1989 and her fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1992, after attending Dartmouth Medical School. She sees patients in Charlottesville, Virginia. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ballen 4.64 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 40 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Karen K Ballen has 2 locations

UVA Health Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center

1240 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908
Mon6:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tue6:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wed6:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thu6:00 am - 7:30 pm
Fri6:00 am - 7:30 pm
Sat7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Sun7:30 am - 4:00 pm

UVA Health Stem Cell Transplant Clinic

1240 Lee St Fl 2Charlottesville, VA 22908
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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HematologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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40 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Charlottesville , VACharlottesville , VAWinston Salem , NCCharlottesville , VA
Med School: Dartmouth Medical School Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen K Ballen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Empire Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Innovation Health
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Progressive
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Karen K Ballen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Karen K Ballen has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Adult T-Cell Leukemia-Lymphoma
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Bone Marrow Transplantation
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplantation
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Karen K Ballen holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1992.

Residency

Completed their residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in 1989.

Medical School

Graduated from Dartmouth Medical School in 1986.

NPI Number

Karen K Ballen's NPI number is 1821089558.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Karen Ballen speak?
Karen Ballen speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Ballen?
You can find contact information for Karen Ballen here on Vitals.
Does Karen Ballen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Karen Ballen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Karen Ballen's office located?
Karen Ballen's office is located at 1240 Lee St, Charlottesville, VA, 22908.
Does Karen Ballen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Karen Ballen accepts on their Vitals profile.

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