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TARUN BHALLA M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1346412731
Neurological Surgery in Cleveland, OH

Active since March 26, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
CLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVENUE, S-80, CLEVELAND, OH 44195(216) 444-5539 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Tarun Bhalla M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

TARUN BHALLA M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1346412731) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Cleveland, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (57.011982) and active in the NPI registry since March 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with F F Thompson Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346412731
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameTARUN BHALLACredential: M.D., PH.D.
Location AddressCLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVENUE, S-80Cleveland, OH 44195-0001
Mailing AddressCleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, S-80Cleveland, OH 44195-0001 · (216) 444-5539
Phone(216) 444-5539
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Connecticut School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateMarch 26, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 2023
✔ NPI 1346412731 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in OH · 57.011982✔ Licensed in NY · 283235
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
CLEVELAND CLINIC, Cleveland, OH 44195
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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

Tarun Bhalla M.d., Ph.d. 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 ID6507000767
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160819000262
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 13

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
73 services41 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
55 services53 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
42 services38 patients
Insertion of tube into brain artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist 36226
This procedure involves inserting a thin tube into a brain artery. It aids in diagnosing or treating brain conditions. A radiologist reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety. It's a critical step in managing brain health effectively.
41 services34 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
32 services21 patients
Insertion of tube into chest artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist 36225
This procedure involves placing a small tube into a chest artery. It helps diagnose or treat certain heart conditions. A radiologist, a doctor specialized in imaging techniques, will review the results to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
31 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

F F Thompson Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Canandaigua, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330074
Location350 Parrish StreetCanandaigua, NY 14424 · Ontario County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St James Mercy Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hornell, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number330151
Location7329 Seneca Road NorthHornell, NY 14843 · Steuben County
Emergency services

Strong Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330285
Location601 Elmwood AveRochester, NY 14642 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Robert Packer Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sayre, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390079
LocationOne Guthrie SquareSayre, PA 18840 · Bradford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 44195 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

81.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality63.67
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost60.69

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.

SANA HASAN DO
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
CLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVENUE
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (330) 721-5700
MRS. MARIE JOSEPHINE PACETTI MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
CLEVELAND CLINIC
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-2200
DR. SANURI WIJEWICKREMA GUNAWARDENA MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
CLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVENUE/NA-23
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-2200
RAVI CHANDRA GUTTA M.D
Internal Medicine
CLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVENUE
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-2200
JACOB EDELSON
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
CLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVENUE/JJ24
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-2200
SARA ISABELLE KOUSSA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
CLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVENUE/JJ24
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-2200
DR. RACHID MAHER KADDOURA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
CLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVENUE/JJ24
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-2200
SUNEETI SAPATNEKAR MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
CLEVELAND CLINIC, 9500 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-3508

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 Tarun Bhalla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tarun Bhalla is 1346412731. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 26, 2008.

Where is Tarun Bhalla located?

Tarun Bhalla practices at Cleveland Clinic 9500 Euclid Avenue, S-80, Cleveland, OH 44195. The listed phone number is (216) 444-5539.

What is Tarun Bhalla's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Tarun Bhalla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tarun Bhalla 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.

Is Tarun Bhalla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Tarun Bhalla is affiliated with F F Thompson Hospital, St James Mercy Hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital and Robert Packer Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tarun Bhalla was last updated on June 29, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.