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Dr. Charles Balette, MD

Dr. Charles Balette, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Balette, MD is a family medicine physician in Covington, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

1119 S Tyler St Covington, LA 70433
Telehealth available
(985) 875-9166
Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Balette is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Balette's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balette

4.2

35 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ann Cordell – Nov 23, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Daniel – Aug 19, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Covington RN – Aug 10, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Apr 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jonathon S – Mar 09, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Richard L. – Nov 17, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jun 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Renae Brenson – May 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Gary Vadell in Covington, Louisiana – May 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Davis, John in Covington, LA – Feb 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
LindaB in Madisonville, LA – Oct 13, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melissa J. in Covington LA – May 28, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anna in Covington, LA – Mar 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Charles Bendzans in New Orleans, LA – Feb 21, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Charles Balette, MD is a family medicine physician in Covington, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Family Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Niagara Falls Mem Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Hospital General Del Estado

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • Autonomous University Of Guadalajara School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987

  • Baylor University

    Undergraduate School, 1983
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    Locations

    Practice

    Northshore Family Medicine LLC1119 S Tyler St Covington, LA 70433
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

      1202 S Tyler St
      Covington, LA 70433
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Ochsner Medical Center

      1516 Jefferson Hwy
      New Orleans, LA 70121
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Riverside Medical Center

      1900 Main St
      Franklinton, LA 70438
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