MEERA BABU MD
NPI 1962909945
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Columbus, OH

Q: What is Meera Babu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Meera Babu is 1962909945. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2018.

Q: What is Meera Babu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Meera Babu was last updated on September 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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 April 06, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

95.31/100

CMS Quality Rating

410 W 10TH AVE, COLUMBUS, OH 43210(614) 293-2957(614) 685-6533 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Meera Babu Md NPPES

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

MEERA BABU MD (NPI 1962909945) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Columbus, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.147881) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ohio State University State Health System, and is a graduate of George Washington University School Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962909945

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameMEERA BABUCredential: MD

Location Address410 W 10TH AVEColumbus, OH 43210-1240

Mailing Address700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120Columbus, OH 43202-1559 · (614) 293-2957

Phone(614) 293-2957

Fax(614) 685-6533

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateApril 6, 2018

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 28, 2023

NPPES CertifiedJune 20, 2023

✔ NPI 1962909945 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in OH · 35.147881

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

410 W 10TH AVE, Columbus, OH 43210

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

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

Meera Babu 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 ID244578920

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230831001234

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 4

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

60 services59 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

35 services28 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

22 services16 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.

13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ohio State University State Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbus, OH

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number360085

Location410 West 10th AvenueColumbus, OH 43210 · Franklin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

95.31/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

76.58

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

LARA L. VANHUYSEN C.R.N.A.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

410 W 10TH AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43210

Franklin County (614) 293-8487

LAUREN TALANDA-FATH SOUTHERLAND M.D.

Emergency Medicine

410 W 10TH AVE, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
COLUMBUS, OH 43210

Franklin County (614) 293-8305

RAFAL KOPANCZYK DO

Anesthesiology

410 W 10TH AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43210

Franklin County (614) 293-8487

RACHEL MARIE ASHWORTH CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

410 W 10TH AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43210

Franklin County (614) 293-8487

ADAM T. RAMEY MD

Hospitalist

410 W 10TH AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43210

Franklin County (614) 293-7499

DR. AMY ELIZABETH SCHULTZ PHARM.D.

Pharmacist

410 W 10TH AVE, 368 DOAN HALL
COLUMBUS, OH 43210

Franklin County (614) 366-6754

MAYA HARARY MD

Neurological Surgery

410 W 10TH AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43210

Franklin County (614) 293-8714

NICOLE L HESS APRN-CNP

Nurse Practitioner

410 W 10TH AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43210

Franklin County (614) 293-9600

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 Meera Babu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Meera Babu is 1962909945. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2018.

Where is Meera Babu located?

Meera Babu practices at 410 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210. The listed phone number is (614) 293-2957.

What is Meera Babu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Meera Babu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Meera 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.

What insurance does Meera Babu accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and CareSource list Meera Babu 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 Meera Babu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Meera Babu is affiliated with Ohio State University State Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Meera Babu was last updated on September 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.