Shivashanker Balasingham, M.D.
NPI 1598996944 · Infectious Disease Physician · Morganton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shivashanker Balasingham, M.D. is a Infectious Disease Physician provider in Morganton, NC (NPI 1598996944).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598996944
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Infectious Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2023-00817 (NC)
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
16 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
483 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 260 | $78 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 71 | $118 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 49 | $80 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 44 | $129 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 42 | $114 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | 18 | 18 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 17 | 16 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 17 | 15 |
| Prednisone | 13 | 13 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 12 | — |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 11 | 11 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-08-03
- Last updated
- 2023-08-01
- Certified
- 2023-08-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shivashanker Balasingham's NPI number?
- Shivashanker Balasingham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598996944, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shivashanker Balasingham's specialty?
- Shivashanker Balasingham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Infectious Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shivashanker Balasingham located?
- Shivashanker Balasingham's practice location on file with NPPES is 2201 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655-4044.
- What is Shivashanker Balasingham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shivashanker Balasingham is (828) 580-6753.
- Does Shivashanker Balasingham accept Medicare?
- Shivashanker Balasingham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shivashanker Balasingham's NPI active?
- Yes — Shivashanker Balasingham's NPI (1598996944) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.