Dr. Douglas Ball

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 40+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Douglas Ball, MD, is an Endocrinology specialist in Baltimore, Maryland. He attended and graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine in 1984, having over 40 years of diverse experience, especially in Endocrinology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Anne Arundel Medical Center, Howard County General Hospital, Johns Hopkins Hospital The. Dr. Douglas Ball also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Douglas Ball may accept Medicare Assignment. Call (410) 955-9270 to request Dr. Douglas Ball the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 600 N Wolfe St
Baltimore, MD 21287-0005

Phone 1: (410) 955-9270
Phone 2: (410) 955-5000


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Douglas Ball
Gender Male
PECOS ID 3577696947
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Endocrinology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 40 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Douglas Ball attended and graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1952366007
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, April 20, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, February 4, 2013

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Douglas Ball

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Douglas Ball has been primarily specialized in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism for over 40 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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    Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
    An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Johns Hopkins University


Practice Locations

600 N Wolfe St
Baltimore, MD 21287-0005
Phone: (410) 955-9270
Phone 2: (410) 955-5000
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, February 4, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Douglas Ball [NPI: 1952366007]Endocrinology, Internal Medicine