Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta

Internal Medicine
3701 Market Street, 7th Floor, Suite 741, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
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Expertise in
2
conditions
3701 Market Street, 7th Floor, Suite 741, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Marguerite Balasta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Balasta is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Dr. Balasta is board certified in Internal Medicine, 2014. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Balasta is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Internal Medicine

Licenses

Hospitalist in PA

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine, 2014

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Hospital
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Provider Partners Health Plan
  • MEDICARE SNP
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Penn Internal Medicine University City
3701 Market Street, 7th Floor, Suite 741, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Balasta has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Flu
Common Cold
Hypertension
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
Hypothyroidism
Asthma
Otitis
Heartburn
Ringworm
Athlete's Foot
Psoriasis
Diarrhea
Sinusitis
Arthritis
Strep Throat
Acne
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Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

6 Total Publications

Development and implementation of a nurse-led clinical decision support tool for urinary tract infection.
Development and implementation of a nurse-led clinical decision support tool for urinary tract infection.
Journal: Antimicrobial stewardship & healthcare epidemiology : ASHE
Published: April 01, 2026
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How do I make an appointment with Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta by calling their office at 215-349-5200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta is classified as an Advanced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta specialize in?

While Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta accept my insurance?

Dr. Marguerite A. Balasta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-349-5200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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