Baron Black, M.D.
NPI 1831587864 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Baron Black, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1831587864).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831587864
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- T9355 (TX)
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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
315 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 88 | $8 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Insertion Or Removal of Central Vein Access Device77001 | 29 | $17 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 27 | $83 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 27 | $29 |
| Aspiration of Fluid From Chest Cavity Using Imaging Guidance32555 | 23 | $107 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Chest With Contrast71275 | 23 | $83 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$112 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-12-29
- Last updated
- 2022-11-15
- Certified
- 2022-11-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Baron Black's NPI number?
- Baron Black's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831587864, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Baron Black's specialty?
- Baron Black is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Baron Black located?
- Baron Black's practice location on file with NPPES is 1720 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033-2414.
- What is Baron Black's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Baron Black is (323) 260-5781.
- Does Baron Black accept Medicare?
- Baron Black is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Baron Black's NPI active?
- Yes — Baron Black's NPI (1831587864) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.