Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Laura Balmain, MD
Specialist (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Texarkana, TX
- NPI 1386642692
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1920 Moores Ln, Suite A
Texarkana, TX 755034664
(903) 792-8030
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 23, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #J1498
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386642692. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
11,132
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$526,777
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3380 |
Injection, vedolizumab, 1 mg | 6,300 | 14 | $22 | |
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 1,887 | 236 | $46 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 1,117 | 236 | $61 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 327 | 327 | $243 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 225 | 186 | $124 | |
99457 |
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes | 205 | 47 | $47 | |
99454 |
Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days | 175 | 45 | $48 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 164 | 162 | $97 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 137 | 137 | $108 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 130 | 130 | $162 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Texarkana Specialist, average services per provider: 302. This provider delivers 37× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$871
Transactions
54
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 25 | $324.64 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 4 | $105.47 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 5 | $89.45 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 5 | $76.40 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 4 | $72.12 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 3 | $49.57 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $35.92 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 2 | $34.70 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $22.13 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $20.82 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 1 | $20.41 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $19.62 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,588
Patients
690
Total drug cost
$233,548
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 457 | 157 | $7,140 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 210 | 64 | $2,625 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 195 | 193 | $15,573 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 132 | 40 | $100,415 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 97 | 28 | $1,622 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 79 | 32 | $4,037 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 60 | 20 | $4,407 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 57 | 29 | $2,094 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 49 | 13 | $2,688 |
| Suprep (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 46 | 46 | $5,447 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Laura Balmain's medical specialty?
Dr. Laura Balmain practices Specialist in Texarkana, TX.
Where does Dr. Laura Balmain practice?
Dr. Laura Balmain practices at 1920 Moores Ln, Texarkana, TX 755034664. Office phone: 9037928030.
What is Dr. Laura Balmain's NPI?
Dr. Laura Balmain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386642692, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Laura Balmain accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Laura Balmain accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Laura Balmain commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, vedolizumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J3380); Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month (HCPCS 99439); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.