Michael Ballo, M.D.
NPI 1780648550 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Catonsville, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Ballo, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Catonsville, MD (NPI 1780648550).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780648550
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0056226 (MD)
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
27,793 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 11,803 | $72 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 6,214 | $112 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 5,954 | $76 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 3,626 | $100 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 150 | $39 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$32 across 2 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)
- 301 Hospital DrGlen Burnie, MD 21061-5803Phone: (410) 787-4000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-17
- Last updated
- 2018-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Ballo's NPI number?
- Michael Ballo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780648550, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Ballo's specialty?
- Michael Ballo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Ballo located?
- Michael Ballo's practice location on file with NPPES is 700 Geipe Rd Ste 230, Catonsville, MD 21228-4176.
- What is Michael Ballo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Ballo is (410) 247-7500.
- Does Michael Ballo accept Medicare?
- Michael Ballo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Ballo's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Ballo's NPI (1780648550) 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.