DR. JOHN J BATTISTON JR. MD
NPI 1184832230
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Hickory, NC

Active since May 21, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
18 13TH AVE NE, HICKORY, NC 28601(828) 322-2644(828) 327-2235 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 11, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. John J Battiston Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. JOHN J BATTISTON JR. MD (NPI 1184832230) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in Virginia (0101237816) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Hospitals Portage Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Vermont College Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184832230
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN J BATTISTON JR.Credential: MD
Location Address18 13TH AVE NEHickory, NC 28601-3748
Mailing AddressPo Box 308Hickory, NC 28603-0308 · (828) 322-2644 · Fax (828) 327-2235
Fax(828) 327-2235
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Vermont College Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 21, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 11, 2009
NPI 1184832230 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in VA · 0101237816
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
18 13TH AVE NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. John J Battiston Jr. 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 ID3870643844
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221221000076
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 42

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.

Injection, gadoterate meglumine, 0.1 ml A9575
Gadoterate meglumine is a contrast agent used in MRI scans to help visualize certain areas of your body more clearly. It's injected into your bloodstream, typically through a vein in your arm, and helps doctors get more detailed images.
26,320 services151 patients
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
14,720 services146 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
325 services311 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
267 services218 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496
A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.
148 services146 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498
A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.
148 services147 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

University Hospitals Portage Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Ravenna, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360078
Location6847 N ChestnutRavenna, OH 44266 · Portage County
Emergency services

Lake Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Concord, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360098
Location7590 Auburn RoadConcord, OH 44077 · Lake County
Emergency services

Uh St John Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Westlake, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360123
Location29000 Center Ridge RoadWestlake, OH 44145 · Cuyahoga County
Emergency services

Uh Cleveland Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360137
Location11100 Euclid AvenueCleveland, OH 44106 · Cuyahoga County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Beachwood, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360359
Location3999 Richmond RoadBeachwood, OH 44122 · Cuyahoga County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28601 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Prevention of Central Venous Catheter (CVC) - Related Bloodstream Infections
Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who undergo central venous catheter (CVC) insertion for whom CVC was inserted with all elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound…
100%21 patients
Radiology: Reminder System for Screening Mammograms
Percentage of patients undergoing a screening mammogram whose information is entered into a reminder system with a target due date for the next mammogram
100%47 patients
Radiology: Stenosis Measurement in Carotid Imaging Reports
Percentage of final reports for carotid imaging studies (neck magnetic resonance angiography [MRA], neck computed tomography angiography [CTA], neck duplex ultrasound, carotid angiogram) performed that include direct or indirect reference to measurements of…
100%28 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Nurse Practitioner
18 13TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
18 13TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
18 13TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Radiology (Diagnostic Ultrasound)
18 13TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
18 13TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
18 13TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
18 13TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
18 13TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

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 John Battiston's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Battiston is 1184832230. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 21, 2007.

Where is John Battiston located?

John Battiston practices at 18 13th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601. The listed phone number is (828) 322-2644.

What is John Battiston's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is John Battiston enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Battiston 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.

What insurance does John Battiston accept?

Health plans from Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc. and CareSource list John Battiston as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is John Battiston affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Battiston is affiliated with University Hospitals Portage Medical Center, Lake Health, Uh St John Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center and University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Battiston was last updated on May 11, 2009. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.