3.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Richard Balaban treats hyperlipidemia, high cholesterol in children and teens, and hypertensive emergency. He has practiced internal medicine for 32 years and is affiliated with CHA Everett Hospital. Dr. Balaban is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He sees patients in Somerville, Massachusetts. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Balaban 3.7 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Spent time with me
- Provided follow-up after the visit
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
CHA Broadway Care Center
300 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02143 Tel: (617) 284-7500
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 32 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 8 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 | Speaks English |
| Somerville , MA | Lyons , CO | Stoneham , MA | Salem , MA |
| Med School: Mechanical Engineering | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Dhaka Medical College And Hospital | Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Balaban
Medical Specialties
Richard Balaban has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Richard Balaban has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Richard Balaban holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts. 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 active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program and Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from Mechanical Engineering in 1994.
NPI Number
Richard Balaban's NPI number is 1780793281.
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- Richard Balaban's office is located at 300 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02143.
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- Does Richard Balaban accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Richard Balaban accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Richard Balaban affiliated with?
- Richard Balaban is affiliated with Cha Everett Hospital.
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