Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bala Bhat, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Arroyo Grande, CA
- NPI 1780603514
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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260 Station Way, Suite A
Arroyo Grande, CA 934203359
(805) 481-3652
fax (805) 481-1017 - Mailing address
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2050 S Blosser RD
Santa Maria, CA 934587310
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 21, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A43451
- Medicaid
- CA #FHC70593F
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780603514. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
833
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$5,169
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 384 | 247 | $6 | |
82947 |
Blood glucose (sugar) level | 217 | 152 | $4 | |
93005 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing | 121 | 115 | $7 | |
81000 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated | 70 | 60 | $4 | |
87426 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus | 17 | 16 | $17 | |
82044 |
Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis | 12 | 12 | $6 | |
87635 |
Amplifed dna or rna probe detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) antigen | 12 | 12 | $50 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Arroyo Grande Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 794. This provider delivers 1.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$23
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $23.09 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
8,664
Patients
1,519
Total drug cost
$125,057
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 1,105 | 184 | $13,005 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 888 | 115 | $15,914 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 852 | 142 | $11,061 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 795 | 170 | $9,262 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 755 | 140 | $10,845 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 739 | 180 | $11,513 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 576 | 74 | $3,710 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 462 | 88 | $5,077 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 425 | 86 | $6,911 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 376 | 93 | $9,149 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bala Bhat's medical specialty?
Dr. Bala Bhat practices Internal Medicine Physician in Arroyo Grande, CA.
Where does Dr. Bala Bhat practice?
Dr. Bala Bhat practices at 260 Station Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 934203359. Office phone: 8054813652.
What is Dr. Bala Bhat's NPI?
Dr. Bala Bhat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780603514, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bala Bhat accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Bala Bhat accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Bala Bhat commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hemoglobin a1c level (HCPCS 83036); Blood glucose (sugar) level (HCPCS 82947); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing (HCPCS 93005). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.