Summary

Dr. Luis Balbuena is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who brings 35 years of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program. Dr. Balbuena provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Balbuena practices at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Marshall, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center Marshall. He specializes in treating conditions such as rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, and hearing loss. His expertise includes performing comprehensive hearing evaluations through audiograms, hearing tests, and tympanometry procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

703 S Washington AveMarshall, TX 75670
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
35 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin
Marshall , TXThe Woodlands , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center Med School: Baylor College of Medicine - Houston, TX Med School: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Luis Balbuena

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Luis Balbuena has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Luis Balbuena has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Luis Balbuena holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program.

Medical School

Graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio in 1991.

NPI Number

Luis Balbuena's NPI number is 1649254749.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luis Balbuena accepting new patients?
Luis Balbuena is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Luis Balbuena's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Luis Balbuena speak?
Luis Balbuena speaks English.
Where is Luis Balbuena's office located?
Luis Balbuena's office is located at 703 S Washington Ave, Marshall, TX, 75670.
Does Luis Balbuena accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Luis Balbuena has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Luis Balbuena affiliated with?
Luis Balbuena is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center Marshall.

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