Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Balken, AUD
Audiologist (CMS: Qualified Audiologist) · Edina, MN
- NPI 1528625290
- Accepts Medicare
- 7 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 5 locations .
- Primary practice
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7300 France Ave S Ste 101
Edina, MN 554354525
(952) 922-2408 - Additional location
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1057 Madison Ave
Mankato, MN 560016143
(952) 395-2500 - Additional location
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10995 Club West Pkwy Ste 400
Blaine, MN 554495862
(952) 395-2500 - Additional location
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14020 Hwy 13 S Ste 350
Savage, MN 553787103
(952) 395-2500 - Additional location
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1560 Beam Ave Ste C
Maplewood, MN 551091171
(952) 395-2500
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2019 — 7 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 12, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2019 — 7 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 231H00000X — NUCC code
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528625290. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
173
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$4,949
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92557 |
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test | 105 | 100 | $37 | |
92567 |
Test to assess middle ear function | 68 | 63 | $16 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Edina Audiologist, average services per provider: 41. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Balken's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Balken practices Audiologist in Edina, MN.
Where does Dr. Kara Balken practice?
Dr. Kara Balken practices at 7300 France Ave S Ste 101, Edina, MN 554354525. Office phone: 9529222408.
What is Dr. Kara Balken's NPI?
Dr. Kara Balken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528625290, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Balken accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Balken accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Balken commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test (HCPCS 92557); Test to assess middle ear function (HCPCS 92567). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.