Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karl Balch, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Bakersfield, CA
- NPI 1902127525
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.6 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5201 Truxtun Ave
Bakersfield, CA 933090421
(661) 328-5565
fax (661) 328-5573 - Mailing address
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5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 900455631
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 16, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- California #A149214 · Ohio #NONE · Virginia #0116029604
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1902127525. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,766
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$346,106
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7325 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 1,968 | 24 | $9 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 848 | 123 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 498 | 329 | $93 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 296 | 235 | $132 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 215 | 142 | $77 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 190 | 184 | $50 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 170 | 133 | $50 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 150 | 103 | $44 | |
20985 |
Computer-assisted surgery for muscle and bone procedure | 126 | 123 | $145 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 94 | 94 | $115 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 214. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$87
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, Inc. | 2 | $42.59 | |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | 1 | $26.76 | |
| VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED | 1 | $17.25 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,079
Patients
702
Total drug cost
$29,632
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 250 | 211 | $2,809 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 220 | 103 | $2,288 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 151 | 96 | $3,360 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 143 | 106 | $1,821 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 69 | 26 | $502 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 69 | 61 | $694 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 34 | 14 | $271 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 34 | 28 | $120 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 28 | 23 | $258 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 26 | 20 | $14,059 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karl Balch's medical specialty?
Dr. Karl Balch practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Bakersfield, CA.
Where does Dr. Karl Balch practice?
Dr. Karl Balch practices at 5201 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 933090421. Office phone: 6613285565.
What is Dr. Karl Balch's NPI?
Dr. Karl Balch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902127525, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karl Balch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karl Balch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karl Balch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7325); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.