MESSAY BALCHA MD
NPI 1821155094
Internal Medicine in Alexandria, VA

Active since January 03, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.51/100
CMS Quality Rating
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301, ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309(703) 704-5333(703) 704-6679 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Messay Balcha Md NPPES

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

MESSAY BALCHA MD (NPI 1821155094) is an individual internal medicine provider in Alexandria, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101840506) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821155094
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMESSAY BALCHACredential: MD
Location Address8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301Alexandria, VA 22309-2344
Mailing Address8350 Richmond Hwy Ste 301Alexandria, VA 22309-2344 · (703) 704-5333 · Fax (703) 704-6679
Fax(703) 704-6679
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJanuary 3, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1821155094 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in VA · 0101840506
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.
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301, Alexandria, VA 22309

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

Messay Balcha 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 ID1557653367
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160714000432, I20160721000686
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 9

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 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.
268 services123 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
93 services93 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
82 services13 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
50 services50 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
48 services48 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.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Inova Alexandria Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490040
Location4320 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22304 · Alexandria City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Falls Church, VA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490063
Location3300 Gallows RoadFalls Church, VA 22042 · Fairfax County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fairfax, VA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number490101
Location3600 Joseph Siewick DriveFairfax, VA 22033 · Fairfax County
Birthing friendly

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490122
Location2501 Parkers LaneAlexandria, VA 22306 · Fairfax County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 22309 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
$147.85 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $36.96 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$113.72 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $28.43 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

93.51/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality87.02
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
9 suppliers17 claims58 services$5.90 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 9

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309
Physician Assistant (Medical)
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309
Social Worker (Clinical)
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309
Pharmacy (Long Term Care Pharmacy)
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309
Social Worker (Clinical)
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309
Family Medicine
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309
Nurse Practitioner
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
8350 RICHMOND HWY STE 301
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309

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 Messay Balcha's NPI number?

The NPI number for Messay Balcha is 1821155094. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 3, 2007.

Where is Messay Balcha located?

Messay Balcha practices at 8350 Richmond Hwy Ste 301, Alexandria, VA 22309. The listed phone number is (703) 704-5333.

What is Messay Balcha's specialty?

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

Is Messay Balcha enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Messay Balcha 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 Messay Balcha affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Messay Balcha is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Messay Balcha was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.