Govindan Balasubramanian, MD
NPI 1396716759 · Anesthesiology Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Govindan Balasubramanian, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1396716759).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396716759
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A39680 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
108 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 31 | $28 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Arm Nerve Bundle (brachial Plexus)64415 | 19 | $65 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Top of Arm Bone and Shoulder Joint01630 | 15 | $225 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Forearm, Wrist, Or Hand Bones01830 | 15 | $170 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure Or Exam of Knee Joint Using an Endoscope01400 | 14 | $147 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Nerves, Muscles, Tendons, and Tissue of Forearm, Wrist, and Hand01810 | 14 | $135 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-01
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Govindan Balasubramanian's NPI number?
- Govindan Balasubramanian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396716759, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Govindan Balasubramanian's specialty?
- Govindan Balasubramanian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Govindan Balasubramanian located?
- Govindan Balasubramanian's practice location on file with NPPES is 9300 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93311.
- What is Govindan Balasubramanian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Govindan Balasubramanian is (661) 663-3700.
- Does Govindan Balasubramanian accept Medicare?
- Govindan Balasubramanian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Govindan Balasubramanian's NPI active?
- Yes — Govindan Balasubramanian's NPI (1396716759) 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.