Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carl Balog, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (CMS: Interventional Pain Management) · Anesthesiology Physician · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Portland, OR
- NPI 1447287636
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 67.7 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1410 Sw Jefferson St
Portland, OR 972012548
(503) 887-2209
fax (888) 894-1774
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 27, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208VP0014X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Oregon #MD19519
- Medicaid
- OR #074062
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447287636. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
657
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$74,246
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 572 | 114 | $104 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 38 | 25 | $150 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 19 | 13 | $265 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 16 | 13 | $92 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 12 | 12 | $203 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Portland Interventional Pain Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 70. This provider delivers 9.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$462
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotronik Nro, INC. | 12 | $402.95 | |
| Collegium Pharmaceutical, INC. | 3 | $59.23 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,310
Patients
313
Total drug cost
$56,551
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 392 | 79 | $11,508 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 165 | 29 | $6,716 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 125 | 40 | $4,081 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 117 | 32 | $2,667 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 74 | 20 | $1,141 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 63 | 0 | $9,231 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 56 | 14 | $1,774 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 54 | 17 | $1,000 |
| Buprenorphine Hcl | Generic | 53 | 18 | $3,338 |
| Morphine Sulfate | Generic | 41 | 11 | $1,644 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carl Balog's medical specialty?
Dr. Carl Balog practices Interventional Pain Medicine Physician in Portland, OR.
Where does Dr. Carl Balog practice?
Dr. Carl Balog practices at 1410 Sw Jefferson St, Portland, OR 972012548. Office phone: 5038872209.
What is Dr. Carl Balog's NPI?
Dr. Carl Balog's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447287636, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carl Balog accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carl Balog accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carl Balog commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level (HCPCS 64483). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.