Mount Nittany Health Provider
Kristie L. Kaufman, MD
Kristie L. Kaufman, MD
About Me
Kristie Kaufman, MD, is a dedicated pediatrician committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to children and their families. Dr. Kaufman specializes in pediatric well care, the management of acute and chronic illnesses and the treatment of mental health conditions such as ADHD, depression, anxiety and eating disorders. Her approach to care is rooted in clear and empathetic communication, ensuring patients and their families fully understand her diagnosis, recommendations and treatment plans.
With a passion for prevention and education, Dr. Kaufman is driven by the opportunity to empower children and families to make informed decisions about their health. She focuses on creating a collaborative care environment, encouraging parents and children to actively participate in their healthcare journey. She is especially dedicated to promoting healthy habits, such as proper nutrition, regular exercise and good sleep hygiene, to support long-term well-being.
Outside of the office, Dr. Kaufman enjoys trail running and gravel biking, which help her stay connected to the outdoors and maintain her own well-being.
Female
English
Credentials
Medical Education
Penn State College of Medicine - Hershey, PA
Internship/Residency
Children's Medical Center, Wright State - Dayton, OH
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics
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 (accepted system-wide, except by Centre Pathology Associates, the Pathology department provider group as of 1/1/26)
- 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
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Dr. Kaufman is fantastic and she listened to my concerns and our health history to make a quick diagnosis and help our son
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Dr. Kauffman is the best!!
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We love Dr.Kaufman
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Dr. Kaufman was wonderful.


