Guita Balakhane, M.D.,
NPI 1326027806 · Nephrology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Geriatric Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Guita Balakhane, M.D., is a Nephrology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1326027806).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326027806
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.,
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G63871 (CA)
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
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
1,645 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 301 | $194 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Functional Activities97530 | 298 | $41 |
| Therapy Procedure to Re-Educate Brain-To-Nerve-To-Muscle Function, Each 15 Minutes97112 | 297 | $27 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 53 | $9 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 31 | $16 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 29 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 61 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 79 | 13 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 57 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 47 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 40 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 34 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 33 | — |
| Sitagliptin Phosphate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$123 across 5 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
- 2006-01-12
- Last updated
- 2008-12-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Guita Balakhane's NPI number?
- Guita Balakhane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326027806, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Guita Balakhane's specialty?
- Guita Balakhane is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Guita Balakhane located?
- Guita Balakhane's practice location on file with NPPES is 8635 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048-6101.
- What is Guita Balakhane's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Guita Balakhane is (310) 967-2140.
- Does Guita Balakhane accept Medicare?
- Guita Balakhane is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Guita Balakhane's NPI active?
- Yes — Guita Balakhane's NPI (1326027806) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-12-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.