HOPE MARIE BALUH M.D.
NPI 1932294642
Surgery in Tahlequah, OK

Q: What is Hope Baluh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hope Baluh is 1932294642. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 4, 2006. The provider is also known as Hope Marie Timp M.D..

Q: What is Hope Baluh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hope Baluh was last updated on July 9, 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.

Active since October 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

78.75/100

CMS Quality Rating

100 S BLISS AVE, TAHLEQUAH, OK 74464(918) 458-3100(918) 458-3511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Hope Marie Baluh M.d. NPPES

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

HOPE MARIE BALUH M.D. (NPI 1932294642) is an individual surgery provider in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, licensed in Oklahoma (16687) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cherokee Nation W W Hastings Indian Hospital, and is a graduate of Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932294642

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameHOPE MARIE BALUHCredential: M.D.

Location Address100 S BLISS AVETahlequah, OK 74464-2512

Mailing Address100 S Bliss AveTahlequah, OK 74464-2512 · (918) 458-3100 · Fax (918) 458-3511

Phone(918) 458-3100

Fax(918) 458-3511

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSSouthern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated 1983

Enumeration DateOctober 4, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007

✔ NPI 1932294642 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in OK · 16687

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

100 S BLISS AVE, Tahlequah, OK 74464

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Hope Marie Timp M.d.

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINE68876OK

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified8HZ63YOK · Medicare Provider#- Wwh

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

Hope Marie Baluh 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 ID6608925920

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090515000506

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 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.

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.

31 services28 patients

Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth 10005

Fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.

17 services14 patients

Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45378

This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine the large intestine. It helps detect any abnormalities such as polyps or inflammation. It's a standard procedure to ensure gut health.

13 services13 patients

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380

A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.

12 services12 patients

Removal of gallbladder with x-ray study of bile ducts using an endoscope 47563

This procedure, known as an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), involves using a flexible camera (endoscope) to examine your bile ducts. If gallstones are found, your gallbladder may be removed in a separate procedure. This helps prevent future complications.

11 services11 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.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cherokee Nation W W Hastings Indian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tahlequah, OK

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number370171

Location100 S Bliss AvenueTahlequah, OK 74464 · Cherokee County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 74464 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

$82.46 typical visit price

range $53.00 – $162.61

Typical copayment $20.61 (range $13.25 – $40.65)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.48 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $132.40

Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.17 – $33.10)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

78.75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

61.59

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

65.11

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.

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