Summary

Dr. Kristin Hammersmith is an ophthalmologist who graduated from West Virginia University and completed her residency through the Medstar Health/Georgetown-Washington Hospital Program in 1999. With 28 years of experience in eye care, she specializes in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions. Dr. Hammersmith speaks Chinese and Spanish, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population.

She is affiliated with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, with practice locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Cherry Hill and Marlton, New Jersey. Dr. Hammersmith frequently treats patients with dry eyes and infections around the eye area. She performs specialized eye surgeries including lens implant procedures and surgeries involving the front portion of the eye. Patients rate her care at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Medstar Health/Georgetown-Washington Hospital Program
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Kristin Hammersmith has 4 locations

Kristin Hammersmith

3400 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Kristin Hammersmith

975 Route 73 NMarlton, NJ 08053

Kristin Hammersmith

51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical CenterPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Kristin Hammersmith

1940 State Highway 70 ECherry Hill, NJ 08003

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Kristin Hammersmith, MDDr. Steven Vale, MDDr. Nancy Wilson Crawford, MDDr. Leonard Harold Ginsburg, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.5 
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28 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
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Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PAScranton , PASpringfield , PASpringfield , PA
Med School: West Virginia University Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kristin Hammersmith

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth of NJ
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (fka Gateway Health)
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - New Jersey
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance

Medical Specialties

Kristin Hammersmith has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Kristin Hammersmith has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Chemical Burns
  • Cornea Transplant (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Fungal eye infections
  • Glaucoma
  • Hereditary Corneal Dystrophies
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Kristin Hammersmith holds an active medical license in the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medstar Health/Georgetown-Washington Hospital Program in 1999.

Medical School

Graduated from West Virginia University in 1998.

NPI Number

Kristin Hammersmith's NPI number is 1437157187.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Kristin Hammersmith speak?
Kristin Hammersmith speaks Chinese and Spanish.
Where is Kristin Hammersmith's office located?
Kristin Hammersmith's office is located at 3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Which hospitals is Kristin Hammersmith affiliated with?
Kristin Hammersmith is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
Does Kristin Hammersmith accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kristin Hammersmith accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Kristin Hammersmith accepting new patients?
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