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Dr. Cristina Balsera, MD

Nephrology*
4.4 (14)
Map Pin Small Brandon, FL
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Cristina Balsera, MD

Dr. Cristina Balsera, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Brandon, FL. They specialize in Nephrology, has 29 years of experience. They graduated from University of Miami and is affiliated with HCA Florida Brandon Hospital. Dr. Balsera, completed a residency at University of South Florida - Tampa General Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Balsera an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Balsera works at Kidney Diseases & High Blood Pressure Clinic in Brandon, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Hyperkalemia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Balsera's Office Locations

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    Kidney Diseases & High Blood Pressure Clinic
    510 Vonderburg Dr Ste 208, Brandon, FL 33511 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Electrocardiogram (EKG)
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Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis and IV Access Surgery
Hemodialysis Vascular Access Creation
Kidney Stones Treatment
Kidney Transplant
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Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Paracentesis
Peritoneal Dialysis
Plasmapheresis
Renal Biopsy
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    • Aetna
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    4.4
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    Specialties*
    • Nephrology

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    Years of Experience
    • 29 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    Gender
    • Female
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    NPI Number
    • 1598773376
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of South Florida - Tampa General Hospital
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    Residency
    • University of South Florida - Tampa General Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Jackson Memorial Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Miami
    Medical Education

    Hospital Affiliations

    • HCA Florida Brandon Hospital

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    Dr. Cristina Balsera, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Balsera is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Balsera has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Balsera works at Kidney Diseases & High Blood Pressure Clinic in Brandon, FL. View the full address on Dr. Balsera’s profile.

    Dr. Balsera has seen patients for Hyperkalemia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Balsera on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Balsera. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Balsera.

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