KRIPA BALARAM MD
NPI 1154825131
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in San Francisco, CA

Active since March 22, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.46/100
CMS Quality Rating
1825 4TH ST FL 4, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143(415) 885-7671(415) 353-9522 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 22, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Kripa Balaram Md NPPES

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

KRIPA BALARAM MD (NPI 1154825131) is an individual psychiatry provider in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (A185580) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Northeastern Ohio University College Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154825131
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameKRIPA BALARAMCredential: MD
Location Address1825 4TH ST FL 4San Francisco, CA 94143-2350
Mailing Address1825 4th St Fl 4San Francisco, CA 94143-2350 · (415) 885-7671 · Fax (415) 353-9522
Fax(415) 353-9522
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNortheastern Ohio University College Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 22, 2024
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 22, 2024
NPI 1154825131 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in CA · A185580
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1825 4TH ST FL 4, San Francisco, CA 94143

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kripa Balaram Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6709132111
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231102003100
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.

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.
418 services170 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
102 services29 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 1 hour 90838
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a one-hour session where a mental health professional assesses your psychological state and discusses treatment options. This process aims to understand your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to improve your overall well-being.
54 services24 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services 90792
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94143 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
$202.35 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $50.58 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$84.91 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

74.46/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability76
Improvement Activities40
Cost46.68

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
1825 4TH ST FL 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Urology
1825 4TH ST FL 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
1825 4TH ST FL 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1825 4TH ST FL 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Urology
1825 4TH ST FL 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1825 4TH ST FL 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Emergency Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
1825 4TH ST FL 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Nurse Practitioner
1825 4TH ST FL 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143

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 Kripa Balaram's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kripa Balaram is 1154825131. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2018.

Where is Kripa Balaram located?

Kripa Balaram practices at 1825 4th St Fl 4, San Francisco, CA 94143. The listed phone number is (415) 885-7671.

What is Kripa Balaram's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Kripa Balaram enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kripa Balaram is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kripa Balaram was last updated on February 22, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.