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DR. GALA MARKIA BARDEN M.D.
NPI 1578874749
Surgery in Memphis, TN

Active since June 23, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.51/100
CMS Quality Rating
6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319, MEMPHIS, TN 38120(901) 226-3882(901) 226-3883 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 18, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 18, 2018, Aug 22, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Gala Markia Barden M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GALA MARKIA BARDEN M.D. (NPI 1578874749) is an individual surgery provider in Memphis, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (57585) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578874749
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GALA MARKIA BARDENCredential: M.D.
Location Address6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319Memphis, TN 38120-2128
Mailing Address965 Ridge Lake Blvd Ste 103Memphis, TN 38120-9446 · (901) 227-3255 · Fax (901) 227-8591
Phone(901) 226-3882
Fax(901) 226-3883
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMeharry Medical College School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 18, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1578874749 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 57585✔ Licensed in TX · 549694
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319, Memphis, TN 38120
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Health Advantage and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Gala Markia Barden M.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 ID8022369354
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180925002584
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Gala Barden reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Baptist Memorial Medical Group Inc
7.8 mi
Internal Medicine
8970 WINCHESTER RD
Memphis, TN 38125
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 581 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1306089206 (901) 227-4068

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.
62 services40 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.
59 services59 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
27 services14 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.
11 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 38120 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
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

76.51/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70.53
Promoting Interoperability82
Improvement Activities40
Cost66.19

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

DR. ETHAN WILKES STRANCH M.D.
Surgery
6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Shelby County (901) 226-3882
DR. DAVID MICHAEL BITTENBINDER MD
Surgery
6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Shelby County (901) 226-3882
ASHLEY MARIE TAYLOR M.D.
Surgery
6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Shelby County (901) 226-3882
DR. DREW TURNER M.D.
Surgery
6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Shelby County (901) 226-3882
DR. GEORGE ELLIS WOODMAN MD
Surgery
6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Shelby County (901) 226-3882
DR. DANIEL ROBERT CRONK JR. MD
Surgery
6027 WALNUT GROVE RD STE 319
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Shelby County (901) 226-3882

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 Gala Barden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gala Barden is 1578874749. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2010.

Where is Gala Barden located?

Gala Barden practices at 6027 Walnut Grove Rd Ste 319, Memphis, TN 38120. The listed phone number is (901) 226-3882.

What is Gala Barden's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Gala Barden enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gala Barden 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Gala Barden's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Gala Barden reassigns Medicare benefits to Baptist Memorial Medical Group Inc (Memphis, TN). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Gala Barden's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Gala Barden accept?

Health plans from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Health Advantage, Molina Healthcare and Octave and 2 other insurers list Gala Barden 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 Gala Barden affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gala Barden is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gala Barden was last updated on September 18, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.