Summary

Dr. Nicole Balchune is an internal medicine physician who earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. With two decades of medical practice, she brings extensive experience in caring for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. Dr. Balchune speaks English and is dedicated to providing comprehensive primary care services.

Dr. Balchune practices at LVPG Family and Internal Medicine on Alliance Drive in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. She specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. Her clinical expertise includes performing A1C testing for diabetes monitoring, abscess incision and drainage procedures, and anemia screening. Patients have given Dr. Balchune an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 20 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lankenau Hospital
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

LVPG Family and Internal Medicine-Alliance Drive

1000 Alliance Dr # 1Hazleton, PA 18202
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.4 
20 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Hazleton , PAElizabethtown , PAWilkes Barre , PAWilkes Barre , PA
Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Nicole L. Balchune

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CareSource
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EyeMed
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Geisinger Health Plan - PPO
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • PA Health and Wellness
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Nicole L. Balchune has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Nicole L. Balchune has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Nicole L. Balchune holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lankenau Hospital in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2006.

NPI Number

Nicole L. Balchune's NPI number is 1659505931.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Nicole L. Balchune's office located?
Nicole L. Balchune's office is located at 1000 Alliance Dr # 1, Hazleton, PA, 18202.
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