Joseph Baltz, M.D.
NPI 1497958235 · Gastroenterology Physician · Germantown, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Baltz, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Germantown, TN (NPI 1497958235).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497958235
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32518 (SC)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,339 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 193 | $112 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 160 | $61 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 155 | $77 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 142 | $241 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 126 | $123 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 352 | 108 |
| Famotidine | 194 | 59 |
| Omeprazole | 108 | 46 |
| Sucralfate | 73 | 22 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 49 | 17 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 49 | 46 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 49 | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,377 across 91 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 (4)
- 7900 Airways Blvd Ste 101Southaven, MS 38671-4113Phone: (662) 349-6950
- 3350 N Germantown RdBartlett, TN 38133-4026Phone: (901) 377-2111
- 1324 Wolf Park DrGermantown, TN 38138-1741Phone: (901) 755-9110
- 1325 Eastmoreland Ave Ste 410Memphis, TN 38104-7540Phone: (901) 261-6650
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-08
- Last updated
- 2026-02-10
- Certified
- 2026-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Baltz's NPI number?
- Joseph Baltz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497958235, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Baltz's specialty?
- Joseph Baltz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Baltz located?
- Joseph Baltz's practice location on file with NPPES is 8000 Wolf River Blvd Ste 200, Germantown, TN 38138-1755.
- What is Joseph Baltz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Baltz is (901) 747-3630.
- Does Joseph Baltz accept Medicare?
- Joseph Baltz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Baltz's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Baltz's NPI (1497958235) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.