Bal Bhandari, M.D.
NPI 1063473494 · Specialist · Bastrop, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bal Bhandari, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Bastrop, LA (NPI 1063473494).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063473494
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 11414R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,445 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 236 | $108 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 221 | $91 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 187 | $234 |
| Dilation of Esophagus43450 | 148 | $37 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 118 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 624 | 187 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 346 | 99 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 240 | 236 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 225 | 222 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 133 | 132 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 115 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,077 across 66 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-28
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bal Bhandari's NPI number?
- Bal Bhandari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063473494, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bal Bhandari's specialty?
- Bal Bhandari is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Bal Bhandari located?
- Bal Bhandari's practice location on file with NPPES is 616 S Washington St, Bastrop, LA 71220-5035.
- What is Bal Bhandari's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bal Bhandari is (318) 283-2177.
- Does Bal Bhandari accept Medicare?
- Bal Bhandari is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bal Bhandari's NPI active?
- Yes — Bal Bhandari's NPI (1063473494) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.