Darren Ballard, M.D.
NPI 1467652560 · Gastroenterology Physician · Homewood, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Darren Ballard, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Homewood, IL (NPI 1467652560).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467652560
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0360144348 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
18 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
719 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 120 | $172 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 117 | $462 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 110 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 78 | $93 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 59 | $272 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 285 | 105 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 171 | 164 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 57 | 13 |
| Omeprazole | 41 | 16 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 30 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 30 | — |
| Entecavir | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$358 across 16 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)
- 9200 W Wisconsin AveDivision of GastroenterologyMilwaukee, WI 53226-3522Phone: (414) 955-6830Fax: (414) 955-6214
- 9200 W Wisconsin AveDivision of GastroenterologyMilwaukee, WI 53226-3522Phone: (414) 955-6830Fax: (414) 955-6214
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-07-18
- Last updated
- 2018-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darren Ballard's NPI number?
- Darren Ballard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467652560, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Darren Ballard's specialty?
- Darren Ballard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Darren Ballard located?
- Darren Ballard's practice location on file with NPPES is 17901 Governors Hwy Ste 106, Homewood, IL 60430-1145.
- What is Darren Ballard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Darren Ballard is (708) 799-3305.
- Does Darren Ballard accept Medicare?
- Darren Ballard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Darren Ballard's NPI active?
- Yes — Darren Ballard's NPI (1467652560) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.