DANIEL BABU M.D.
NPI 1780909523
Pathology - Hematology in Albuquerque, NM

Active since April 05, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, HSC DEPT OF PATHOLOGY MSC08 4640, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131(505) 272-4814(505) 272-8084 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 30, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 30, 2024, Jul 10, 2023, Jul 3, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Daniel Babu M.d. NPPES

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

DANIEL BABU M.D. (NPI 1780909523) is an individual hematology provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2018-0520) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unm Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780909523
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZH0000X
Provider Legal NameDANIEL BABUCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, HSC DEPT OF PATHOLOGY MSC08 4640Albuquerque, NM 87131
Mailing Address800 Bradbury Dr Se Ste 116Albuquerque, NM 87106-4310 · (505) 272-1476
Fax(505) 272-8084
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateApril 5, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 30, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 30, 2024
NPI 1780909523 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyPathology · HematologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZH0000X
Licenses Licensed in NM · MD2018-0520 Licensed in NM · RS2014-0294
Definition
A hematopathologist is expert in diseases that affect blood cells, blood clotting mechanisms, bone marrow and lymph nodes. This physician has the knowledge and technical skills essential for the laboratory diagnosis of anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, bleeding disorders and blood clotting disorders.
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License D79442 (MD)
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, Albuquerque, NM 87131

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Daniel Babu 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 ID5193036531
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181110000029
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 11

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.

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.
69 services15 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.
44 services22 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.
36 services19 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.
27 services22 patients
Cell examination of specimen, concentration technique 88108
Cell examination of a specimen using a concentration technique is a lab process that enhances the detection of cells in a sample. This method helps to focus on key areas of the sample, making it easier to spot abnormalities or changes. It's a crucial part of diagnosing and monitoring certain health conditions.
23 services18 patients
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311
This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.
22 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Unm Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number320001
Location2211 Lomas Boulevard NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number320021
Location1100 Central Avenue SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87131 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
$126.21 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.38 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
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.

85.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.08

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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Emergency Medicine
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE MSC 11 6025
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131

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 Daniel Babu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Babu is 1780909523. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 5, 2010.

Where is Daniel Babu located?

Daniel Babu practices at 1 University Of New Mexico Hsc Dept Of Pathology Msc08 4640, Albuquerque, NM 87131. The listed phone number is (505) 272-4814.

What is Daniel Babu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Hematology, with taxonomy code 207ZH0000X.

Is Daniel Babu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Daniel Babu 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.

Is Daniel Babu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Daniel Babu is affiliated with Unm Hospital and Presbyterian Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Daniel Babu was last updated on December 30, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 months 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.