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CHRISTIAN BALLAST MD
NPI 1720025174
Internal Medicine in Shelbyville, IN

Active since June 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2158 INTELLIPLEX DR, SUITE 200, SHELBYVILLE, IN 46176(317) 392-3651(317) 398-0538 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 23, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Christian Ballast Md NPPES

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

CHRISTIAN BALLAST MD (NPI 1720025174) is an individual internal medicine provider in Shelbyville, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01038703A) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Major Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Michigan Medical School (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720025174
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTIAN BALLASTCredential: MD
Location Address2158 INTELLIPLEX DR, SUITE 200Shelbyville, IN 46176-8846
Mailing Address1626 E State Road 44, Ste AShelbyville, IN 46176-4057 · (317) 421-2012 · Fax (317) 398-1852
Phone(317) 392-3651
Fax(317) 398-0538
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 23, 2016
✔ NPI 1720025174 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 01038703A
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License 01038703A (IN)
2158 INTELLIPLEX DR, Shelbyville, IN 46176
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified742420J
Medicaid100317710IN
Medicare UPINE48284
Medicare PIN253400CIN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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

Christian Ballast 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 ID3476522301
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040928000805
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 7

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.
301 services121 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
183 services166 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
111 services98 patients
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018
An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.
44 services43 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.
40 services38 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
36 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Major Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Shelbyville, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number150097
Location2451 Intelliplex DrShelbyville, IN 46176 · Shelby County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46176 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
$122.49 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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 9

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

Tracheostomy care kit for established tracheostomy A4629
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers41 claims772 services$3.78 avg. paid by Medicare
Tracheostomy tube collar/holder, each A7526
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier37 claims1,147 services$3.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
2 suppliers53 claims1,637 services$5.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4150
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
2 suppliers17 claims7,542 services$0.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
2 suppliers11 claims4,148 services$0.28 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, hydrolyzed proteins (amino acids and peptide chain), includes fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4153
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
2 suppliers12 claims5,580 services$1.09 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 5

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

DOCTOR BALA & ASSOCIATES LLC
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
2158 INTELLIPLEX DR, SUITE 106
SHELBYVILLE, IN 46176
Shelby County (317) 650-9740
MS. ANGELA R. GREEN NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2158 INTELLIPLEX DR, SUITE 200
SHELBYVILLE, IN 46176
Shelby County (317) 392-3651
DR BALA AND ASSOCIATES A MAJOR HEALTH PARTNER LLC
Internal Medicine
2158 INTELLIPLEX DR, SUITE 106
SHELBYVILLE, IN 46176
Shelby County (317) 421-2012
DR. KARIM H JACOB MD
Internal Medicine
2158 INTELLIPLEX DR, SUITE 200
SHELBYVILLE, IN 46176
Shelby County (317) 392-3651
MRS. JENNIFER LEE HARTMAN PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
2158 INTELLIPLEX DR, SUITE 200
SHELBYVILLE, IN 46176
Shelby County (317) 392-3651

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 Christian Ballast's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christian Ballast is 1720025174. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2006.

Where is Christian Ballast located?

Christian Ballast practices at 2158 Intelliplex Dr Suite 200, Shelbyville, IN 46176. The listed phone number is (317) 392-3651.

What is Christian Ballast's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christian Ballast enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christian Ballast 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 Christian Ballast accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Christian Ballast 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 Christian Ballast affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christian Ballast is affiliated with Major Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christian Ballast was last updated on November 23, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.