MICHAEL SANDOR BALLO M.D.
NPI 1780648550
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Catonsville, MD

Active since April 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.16/100
CMS Quality Rating
700 GEIPE RD STE 230, CATONSVILLE, MD 21228(410) 247-7500(410) 247-4227 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Michael Sandor Ballo M.d. NPPES

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

MICHAEL SANDOR BALLO M.D. (NPI 1780648550) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Catonsville, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0056226) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Glen Burnie, and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780648550
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL SANDOR BALLOCredential: M.D.
Location Address700 GEIPE RD STE 230Catonsville, MD 21228-4176
Mailing Address1140 Battery AveBaltimore, MD 21230-4112
Fax(410) 247-4227
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 2018
✔ NPI 1780648550 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in MD · D0056226
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
700 GEIPE RD STE 230, Catonsville, MD 21228

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1301 Hospital DrGlen Burnie, MD 21061-5803 · Phone (410) 787-4000

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

Michael Sandor Ballo 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 ID2163498239
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040909000625, I20171227000308
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

7

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Ballo reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Urology
3407 WILKENS AVE STE 210
Baltimore, MD 21229
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland and District of Columbia enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1619792744 (District of Columbia)
  • 166 clinicians in this Medicare group
Gastroenterology
7120 MINSTREL WAY, SUITE 100
Columbia, MD 21045
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia and Maryland enrollments
  • 37 clinicians in this Medicare group
Colon & Rectal Surgery
6569 N CHARLES ST, SUITE 502
Towson, MD 21204
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
Gastroenterology
7501 GREENWAY CENTER DR STE 620
Greenbelt, MD 20770
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
Gastroenterology
621 RIDGELY AVE STE 201
Annapolis, MD 21401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland enrollment
  • 55 clinicians in this Medicare group
Gastroenterology
3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD, SUITE 102
Bowie, MD 20716
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
Gastroenterology
3510 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 201
Waldorf, MD 20602
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland enrollment
  • 11 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 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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
11,803 services3,569 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
6,214 services1,736 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
5,954 services1,898 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
3,626 services1,561 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
150 services69 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
46 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21228 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
$139.05 typical visit price
range $60.73 – $183.44
Typical copayment $34.76 (range $15.18 – $45.86)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$106.59 typical visit price
range $19.60 – $149.17
Typical copayment $26.64 (range $4.90 – $37.29)
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.

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.

94.16/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost80.55

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

Nurse Practitioner
700 GEIPE RD STE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Anesthesiology
700 GEIPE RD STE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
700 GEIPE RD STE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
700 GEIPE RD STE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
700 GEIPE RD STE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Anesthesiology
700 GEIPE RD STE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
700 GEIPE RD STE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
700 GEIPE RD STE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228

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 Michael Ballo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Ballo is 1780648550. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2006.

Where is Michael Ballo located?

Michael Ballo practices at 700 Geipe Rd Ste 230, Catonsville, MD 21228. The listed phone number is (410) 247-7500.

What is Michael Ballo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Michael Ballo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Ballo 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 Michael Ballo's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Ballo reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: Chesapeake Urology Associates, LLC (Baltimore, MD), Gastro Center Of Maryland LLC (Columbia, MD), Greater Baltimore Colorectal Specialists,llc (Towson, MD), Raja M Din MD PLLC (Greenbelt, MD), Chesapeake Digestive Associates, PC (Annapolis, MD) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Michael Ballo's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Ballo was last updated on March 17, 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.