Ganesh Balu, M.D.
NPI 1073594693 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Dover, DE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ganesh Balu, M.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Dover, DE (NPI 1073594693).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073594693
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C1-0005467 (DE)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,999 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 898 | $23 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 474 | $126 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Massage, Each 15 Minutes97124 | 377 | $26 |
| Office-Based Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder, Including Development of the Treatment Plan, Care Coordination, Individual Therapy and Group Therapy and Counseling; at Least 70 Minutes in the First Calendar MonthG2086 | 191 | $453 |
| All Inclusive Payment for Services Related to Highly Coordinated and Integrated Opioid Use Disorder (oud) Treatment Services Furnished for the Demonstration ProjectG2172 | 186 | $331 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 117 | 19 |
| Gabapentin | 88 | 25 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 59 | 16 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 48 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 45 | 12 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 41 | — |
| Morphine Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$157 across 7 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 33664 Bayview Medical DrLewes, DE 19958-1933Phone: (302) 734-7246
- 390 Mitch RdWilmington, DE 19804-3943Phone: (302) 734-7246
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-10
- Last updated
- 2024-01-09
- Certified
- 2024-01-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ganesh Balu's NPI number?
- Ganesh Balu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073594693, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ganesh Balu's specialty?
- Ganesh Balu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ganesh Balu located?
- Ganesh Balu's practice location on file with NPPES is 240 Beiser Blvd, Dover, DE 19904-8208.
- What is Ganesh Balu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ganesh Balu is (302) 734-7246.
- Does Ganesh Balu accept Medicare?
- Ganesh Balu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ganesh Balu's NPI active?
- Yes — Ganesh Balu's NPI (1073594693) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.