DR. ROBERT B PALMER BALL MD
NPI 1083775167
Internal Medicine in Louisville, KY

Active since December 13, 2006PECOS Enrolled
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
12903 SHELBYVILLE RD, LOUISVILLE, KY 40243(502) 245-4301(502) 244-5829 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 29, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Robert B Palmer Ball Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. ROBERT B PALMER BALL MD (NPI 1083775167) is an individual internal medicine provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (21470) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083775167
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT B PALMER BALLCredential: MD
Location Address12903 SHELBYVILLE RDLouisville, KY 40243-1538
Mailing AddressPo Box 776351Chicago, IL 60677-6351 · (502) 588-9490 · Fax (502) 272-5116
Fax(502) 244-5829
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateDecember 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 29, 2016
NPI 1083775167 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in KY · 21470
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
12903 SHELBYVILLE RD, Louisville, KY 40243

Other Identifiers 8

Other000000548938KY · Anthem - Ncma
Medicare PIN00533023KY
Other50030122KY · Passport & Passport Advtg
OtherP00466907KY · Railroad Medicare
Medicare PIN1402101KY
Other000000042295KY · Anthem
Other093688KY · Siho - Nc Ma
Medicare UPINB28680

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Robert B Palmer Ball Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
73 services61 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
36 services32 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
25 services24 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40243 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
11 suppliers40 claims68 services$6.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
6 suppliers15 claims16 services$1.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers15 claims86 services$1.68 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$20.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
1 supplier12 claims1,575 services$0.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$20.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Family Medicine
12903 SHELBYVILLE RD
LOUISVILLE, KY 40243
Family Medicine
12903 SHELBYVILLE RD
LOUISVILLE, KY 40243

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Robert Palmer Ball's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Palmer Ball is 1083775167. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 13, 2006.

Where is Robert Palmer Ball located?

Robert Palmer Ball practices at 12903 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40243. The listed phone number is (502) 245-4301.

What is Robert Palmer Ball's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Robert Palmer Ball enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Palmer Ball is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Palmer Ball was last updated on July 29, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.