CHRISTOS BALLAS MD
NPI 1629005673
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Philadelphia, PA

Active since June 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1401 S 4TH ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147(215) 339-1070(215) 339-1080 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 30, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Christos Ballas Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOS BALLAS MD (NPI 1629005673) is an individual psychiatry provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD069389L) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Philadelphia, and is a graduate of Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629005673
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOS BALLASCredential: MD
Location Address1401 S 4TH STPhiladelphia, PA 19147-5948
Mailing Address1401 S 31st St Fl 2Philadelphia, PA 19146-3506 · (215) 925-2400 · Fax (215) 925-9162
Fax(215) 339-1080
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 30, 2018
✔ NPI 1629005673 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD069389L
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.
1401 S 4TH ST, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13400 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Phone (215) 662-3511

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0018532450001PA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christos Ballas 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 ID6103857123
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050829000943
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 Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Christos Ballas reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
1401 S. 4TH STREET, 4TH FLOOR
Philadelphia, PA 19147
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 232 clinicians in this Medicare group
Community/Behavioral Health
537 E ALLEGHENY AVE
Philadelphia, PA 19134
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
Group Psychotherapy
9150 MARSHALL ST STE 16
Philadelphia, PA 19114
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 3

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.

Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 90834
Psychotherapy is a treatment method where you converse with a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In a 45-minute session, the therapist assists you in understanding and managing your mental health concerns, improving emotional wellness, and promoting personal growth.
300 services11 patients
Psychotherapy, 1 hour 90837
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
179 services16 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
145 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19147 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
$180.99 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $45.24 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$74.47 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $18.61 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

Counselor (Professional)
1401 S 4TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
Social Worker (Clinical)
1401 S 4TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
Psychiatry & Neurology (Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry)
1401 S 4TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
Counselor (Professional)
1401 S 4TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
Counselor (Professional)
1401 S 4TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
Counselor (Professional)
1401 S 4TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1401 S 4TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1401 S 4TH ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147

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 Christos Ballas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christos Ballas is 1629005673. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2006.

Where is Christos Ballas located?

Christos Ballas practices at 1401 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147. The listed phone number is (215) 339-1070.

What is Christos Ballas's specialty?

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

Is Christos Ballas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christos Ballas 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 organizations bill Medicare for Christos Ballas's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christos Ballas reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc (Philadelphia, PA), Citywide Community Counseling Service Inc (Philadelphia, PA) and Harmony Wellness Group Inc (Philadelphia, PA). Each 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 Christos Ballas's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christos Ballas accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Christos Ballas 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christos Ballas was last updated on January 30, 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.