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Ralitsa V. Balabanova-Tsarnakova, MD

About Me

About Me

Female

English

Credentials

Credentials

Medical Education
Medical University of Sofia - Sofia, Bulgaria

Internship/Residency
The Brooklyn Hospital Center - Brooklyn, NY

Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine

Insurance

Insurance

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna
  • Advantra
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania CHC
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Northeast
  • AmeriHealth Caritas VIP Care
  • Capital Blue Cross (including Senior Blue, Keystone Health Plan Central, Health One and Blue CHIP)
  • Cigna (accepted system-wide, except by CEMA, the Emergency Department provider group)
  • Community Care Behavioral Health Organization (psychiatry)
  • Gateway Health Plan (Medical Assistance Product)
  • Geisinger Health Plan/Geisinger Gold/GHP Family
  • Government: CHAMPUS, Tricare/Black Lung Benefits Act
  • HealthAmerica/HealthAssurance/First Health
  • Highmark/ PA Blue Shield
  • Medical Assistance
  • Medicare/Medicare Railroad
  • PA Health and Wellness
  • Preferred Health Services
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • United Behavioral Health (psychiatry)
  • United Healthcare/United Healthcare Student Resources
  • UPMC Health Plan/UPMC For Life/UPMC For You
Reviews

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    April 20, 2025

    Dr. T is the best. She listens, hears and addresses the issues

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    April 19, 2025

    Dr. Tsarnakova is exceptional. She is the most caring,knowledgeble person.

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    April 16, 2025

    Dr. T is very proactive and genuinely cares for all of her patients. I have heard nothing but positive accolades for her from other patients as well as fellow colleagues.

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    April 12, 2025

    Dr. Tsarnakova is an excellent listener and cares greatly for her patients.

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    April 12, 2025

    Dr. T is the best Doctor I have ever had. MNMC is so very fortunate to have her.

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    April 8, 2025

    Dr. T is the best ! Always attentive. Never rushed.

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    April 5, 2025

    Top notch -professional, sincere, knowledgeable, and friendly

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    April 4, 2025

    Dr. Tsarnakova was very personable and caring. I felt at ease with her.

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    April 4, 2025

    Dr. Tsarnakova continues to be an excellent physician, and I feel fortunate to have her as my doctor.

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    April 2, 2025

    Dr. T is the best ever

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    March 25, 2025

    Dr. Tsarnakova is an excellent PCP. She takes great care of me and I am so thankful.

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    March 20, 2025

    I've always been satisfied with the care provided by my doctor, the PAs, and nurses. Skilled and knowledgeable professionals.

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    March 14, 2025

    Dr. T is by far the best primary doctor I have ever had! She cares deeply for her patients, listens carefully and stays current with respect to treatments.

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    March 14, 2025

    My wife and two children also are cared for by Dr. Tsarnakova

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    March 14, 2025

    Dr. T is a wonderful physician who demonstrates care and compassion with her patients. I always feel listened to she provides insights to help me make informed decisions.

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    March 13, 2025

    Dr. T has always been very supportive in listening to my concerns and following up with care.

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    March 1, 2025

    She always listens and discusses choices. I have recommended her to others, but sadly she is not accepting new patients.

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    February 26, 2025

    Dr. Tsarnakov is a fantastic asset to you staff. Of all the PCP I've had in the past 70 years, she is heads above all others in her genuine concern for her patients well being

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    February 26, 2025

    Dr. Tsarnakova makes sure she is always caring for your health puts your health - and explains concerns very well I always leave my visit feeling good!

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    February 26, 2025

    Dr. Tsarnakova is absolutely excellent and I would recommend her to anyone.