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DR. CHARLES W BALL JR. MD
NPI 1720020738
Family Medicine in Longview, TX

Active since June 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1201 W LOOP 281 STE 302, LONGVIEW, TX 75604(903) 470-8100(903) 470-8101 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 3, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: May 23, 2025, Jul 5, 2022, Nov 14, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Charles W Ball Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES W BALL JR. MD (NPI 1720020738) is an individual family medicine provider in Longview, Texas, licensed in Texas (T1294) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Conway, and is a graduate of Other (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720020738
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES W BALL JR.Credential: MD
Location Address1201 W LOOP 281 STE 302Longview, TX 75604-2941
Mailing Address1201 W Loop 281 Ste 302Longview, TX 75604-2941 · (903) 470-8100 · Fax (903) 470-8101
Phone(903) 470-8100
Fax(903) 470-8101
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 3, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 3, 2025
✔ NPI 1720020738 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · T1294✔ Licensed in AR · C-5265
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

1201 W LOOP 281 STE 302, Longview, TX 75604
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11100 Bob Courtway Dr Ste 5Conway, AR 72032-4767 · Phone (501) 900-4549 · Fax (501) 499-6234

Other Identifiers 11

Medicaid04629898MS
Other39809TN · Tlc
Other626001636TN · Usa Managed Care
Other626001636TN · Bhsg
Other4135427TN · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid3825644TN
Other626001636TN · United Healthcare
Other626001636TN · Health Now
Other2416091TN · Cigna
Other10027028TN · Uahc
Medicaid104981001AR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Charles W Ball 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 ID8426047861
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230406000665
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 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.

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.
73 services25 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
27 services17 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
12 services12 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75604 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$891.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers22 claims22 services$114.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$38.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds K0823
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD009N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$152.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

GALAXY WELLNESS SERVICES LLC
Family Medicine
1201 W LOOP 281 STE 302
LONGVIEW, TX 75604
Gregg County (903) 212-0556
SANDRA PEREZ FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1201 W LOOP 281 STE 302
LONGVIEW, TX 75604
Gregg County (903) 212-0556

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 Charles Ball's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Ball is 1720020738. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2006.

Where is Charles Ball located?

Charles Ball practices at 1201 W Loop 281 Ste 302, Longview, TX 75604. The listed phone number is (903) 470-8100.

What is Charles Ball's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Charles Ball enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Ball 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 Charles Ball accept?

Health plans from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Health Advantage and Octave and 1 other insurer list Charles Ball 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 Charles Ball was last updated on October 3, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.