John Balk, D.O.
NPI 1215371562 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Meadville, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Balk, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Meadville, PA (NPI 1215371562).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215371562
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OS025837 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
261 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 59 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 53 | $85 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 36 | $66 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 25 | $12 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 25 | $158 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 35 | 33 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 31 | 19 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 30 | 23 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 22 | 18 |
| Gabapentin | 18 | — |
| Abaloparatidebrand: Tymlos | 16 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,307 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-17
- Last updated
- 2026-06-01
- Certified
- 2026-06-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Balk's NPI number?
- John Balk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215371562, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Balk's specialty?
- John Balk is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Balk located?
- John Balk's practice location on file with NPPES is 321 Arch St Ste 101, Meadville, PA 16335-3214.
- What is John Balk's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Balk is (814) 333-7109.
- Does John Balk accept Medicare?
- John Balk is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Balk's NPI active?
- Yes — John Balk's NPI (1215371562) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.