Summary

Dr. Laura Balmain is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with expertise in digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School and completed her residency at the University of Alabama Hospital. With 35 years of clinical experience, Dr. Balmain brings extensive knowledge to patient care. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Balmain is affiliated with Christus Saint Michael Rehabilitation Hospital and practices at The Endoscopy Center Of Texarkana in Texarkana, Texas. She specializes in treating conditions such as obesity, GERD, and acid reflux. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures. Dr. Balmain also provides remote patient monitoring services to help track patient health between visits. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.1 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 35 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Alabama Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

The Endoscopy Center Of Texarkana

1920 Moores Ln Ste ATexarkana, TX 75503
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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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.1 
35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Texarkana , TXLittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School Med School: University of Central Arkansas Med School: Emory University Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura Gayle Balmain

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - CHIP
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions - Medicaid (Managed)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthChoice
  • HealthChoice Oklahoma
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Summit Community Care
  • Summit Community Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura Gayle Balmain has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura Gayle Balmain has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Alabama Hospital

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical SchoolGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Laura Balmain accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Balmain?
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Is Dr. Laura Balmain accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Balmain affiliated with?
Dr. Laura Balmain is affiliated with Christus Saint Michael Rehabilitation Hospital.
Does Dr. Laura Balmain accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Laura Balmain accepts on their Vitals profile.

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