Summary

Dr. Richard Balaban is an internal medicine physician with 32 years of experience caring for patients with a wide range of health concerns. He completed his residency training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, where he developed expertise in comprehensive adult care. Dr. Balaban is board-certified in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Balaban practices at CHA Broadway Care Center in Somerville, MA, and maintains hospital privileges at CHA Everett Hospital. His clinical focus includes managing complex conditions such as type 2 diabetes and addressing back pain in diverse patient populations, including pregnant women and young patients. He incorporates therapeutic approaches like physical therapy and manual therapy into treatment plans when appropriate. Patients rate Dr. Balaban 3.7 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 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

Office Location

CHA Broadway Care Center

300 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02143
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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Somerville , MABrookline , MAWilmington , MALyons , CO
Med School: Mechanical Engineering Med School: Regis College Med School: Vijayanagar Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Balaban

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance - Medicare
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • Integra
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Well Sense Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Balaban has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Balaban has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

Medical School

Mechanical EngineeringGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Richard Balaban accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Richard Balaban speak?
Dr. Richard Balaban speaks English.
Where is Dr. Richard Balaban's office located?
Dr. Richard Balaban's office is located at 300 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02143.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Balaban affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Balaban is affiliated with Cha Everett Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Balaban?
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