Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balchune, Internist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Nicole Balchune, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Balchune graduated from University of Scranton and completed her residency at Lankenau Medical Center. Dr. Balchune is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balchune’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balchune’s office.
Where did Dr. Balchune go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lankenau Medical Center
Medical School: University of Scranton
Is Dr. Balchune board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Balchune, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009
What languages does Dr. Balchune speak?
Dr. Balchune and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Balchune typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Balchune diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Balchune. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Balchune typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicole Balchune may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Balchune's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balchune accept my insurance?
Dr. Balchune accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balchune accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Balchune in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Balchune's office located?
What is Dr. Balchune's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balchune's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659505931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balchune?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balchune
What is Dr. Nicole Balchune's specialty?
Dr. Balchune is a Internist near Allentown, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Nicole Balchune affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balchune is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nicole Balchune accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Balchune is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Balchune offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balchune's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Balchune?
Please contact Dr. Balchune's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicole Balchune have?
Dr. Nicole Balchune is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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