DR. STEPHEN K BALL MD
NPI 1477556371
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Gainesville, FL

Q: What is Stephen Ball's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Ball is 1477556371. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2005.

Q: What is Stephen Ball's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Ball was last updated on February 2, 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.

Active since May 24, 2005PECOS Enrolled

1600 SW ARCHER RD, GAINESVILLE, FL 32610(352) 273-5501(352) 273-5515 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 2, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 2, 2023, Sep 16, 2020, Oct 7, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Stephen K Ball Md NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN K BALL MD (NPI 1477556371) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME130216) and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477556371

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN K BALLCredential: MD

Location Address1600 SW ARCHER RDGainesville, FL 32610-4563

Mailing Address9125 Cross Park Dr Ste 200Knoxville, TN 37923-4563 · (865) 632-5900 · Fax (865) 374-2129

Phone(352) 273-5501

Fax(352) 273-5515

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987

Enumeration DateMay 24, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 2, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 2, 2023

✔ NPI 1477556371 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME130216✔ Licensed in TN · MD026291

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Also ListedSurgery · Vascular SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0129X · License MD26291 (TN)

1600 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32610

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Other Identifiers 7

Other2660623003TN · Cigna Ppo

Other4558109TN · Aetna Ppo

Other3020784TN · Bcbs Of Tennessee

Other2660623004TN · Cigna Hmo

MedicaidQ020271TN

Other3740019TN · United Healthcare

Medicaid3088113TN

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Stephen K Ball Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID1951409051

PECOS Enrollment IDI20260518000139

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 6

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.

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

21 services21 patients

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508

Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.

20 services20 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.

17 services17 patients

Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518

A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.

14 services14 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

13 services13 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baptist Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440048

Location6019 Walnut Grove RoadMemphis, TN 38120 · Shelby County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32610 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

$171.84 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $42.96 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$70.04 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

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.

DR. BAHAREH EBADIFAR KEITH DO

Pediatrics

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-0462

AFRASYAB KHAN

Surgery

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-0680

GULSUN ERDAG MD

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-9900

DR. ALBERT H. MATTIA D.D.S.

Dentist (Prosthodontics)

1600 SW ARCHER RD, D4-4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-5801

JOANNA CHAFFIN

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 627-9272

DR. CASEY JUSTIN BEAL MD

Ophthalmology

1600 SW ARCHER RD, BOX 100284
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-8778

WILLIAM CRAIG HICKS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

HENRY FONTILLAS PATALINGHUG CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

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 Stephen Ball's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Ball is 1477556371. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2005.

Where is Stephen Ball located?

Stephen Ball practices at 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610. The listed phone number is (352) 273-5501.

What is Stephen Ball's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Stephen Ball enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Ball is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Is Stephen Ball affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Ball is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Ball was last updated on February 2, 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.