Natali Balog, MD
NPI 1578552386 · Rheumatology Physician · Granger, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Natali Balog, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Granger, IN (NPI 1578552386).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578552386
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01060398A (IN)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,123 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 | 1,194 | $118 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 374 | $13 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 114 | $57 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 105 | $154 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 100 | $8 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 68 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 840 | 250 |
| Prednisone | 777 | 289 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 709 | 199 |
| Leflunomide | 472 | 144 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 389 | 119 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 284 | 58 |
| Allopurinol | 242 | 71 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$732 across 36 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 (1)
- 3220 Beacon PkwyGranger, IN 46530-7196Phone: (574) 999-8788Fax: (574) 999-8781
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-14
- Last updated
- 2025-08-07
- Certified
- 2025-08-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Natali Balog's NPI number?
- Natali Balog's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578552386, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Natali Balog's specialty?
- Natali Balog is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Natali Balog located?
- Natali Balog's practice location on file with NPPES is 6901 N Main St Ste 102, Granger, IN 46530-8022.
- What is Natali Balog's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Natali Balog is (574) 647-4500.
- Does Natali Balog accept Medicare?
- Natali Balog is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Natali Balog's NPI active?
- Yes — Natali Balog's NPI (1578552386) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.