Dr Christopher M Baloga, DO - Medicare Ophthalmology in Reno, NV

Dr Christopher M Baloga, DO is a medicare enrolled "Ophthalmology - Ophthalmic Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery" physician in Reno, Nevada. He went to Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine and graduated in 1993 and has 31 years of diverse experience with area of expertise as Ophthalmology. He is a member of the group practice Marcus J Ko Md Pllc and his current practice location is 5435 Reno Corporate Dr, Reno, Nevada. You can reach out to his office (for appointments etc.) via phone at (775) 322-3311.

Dr Christopher M Baloga is licensed to practice in Nevada (license number DO3550) and he also participates in the medicare program. He accepts medicare assignments (which means he accepts the Medicare-approved amount; you will not be billed for any more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance) and his NPI Number is 1942427901.

Contact Information

Dr Christopher M Baloga, DO
5435 Reno Corporate Dr,
Reno, NV 89511-2623
(775) 322-3311
Not Available



Physician's Profile

Full NameDr Christopher M Baloga
GenderMale
SpecialityOphthalmology
Experience31 Years
Location5435 Reno Corporate Dr, Reno, Nevada
Accepts Medicare AssignmentsYes. He accepts the Medicare-approved amount; you will not be billed for any more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.
  Medical Education and Training:
  • Dr Christopher M Baloga attended and graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993
  NPI Data:
  • NPI Number: 1942427901
  • Provider Enumeration Date: 04/19/2007
  • Last Update Date: 12/01/2023
  Medicare PECOS Information:
  • PECOS PAC ID: 5395135750
  • Enrollment ID: I20231103003065

Medical Identifiers

Medical identifiers for Dr Christopher M Baloga such as npi, medicare ID, medicare PIN, medicaid, etc.
IdentifierTypeStateIssuer
1942427901NPI-NPPES
1039767660001MedicaidPA

Medical Taxonomies and Licenses

TaxonomyTypeLicense (State)Status
207W00000XOphthalmology H51434 (Maryland)Secondary
207W00000XOphthalmology OS021716 (Pennsylvania)Secondary
207WX0200XOphthalmology - Ophthalmic Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery DO3550 (Nevada)Primary

Group Practice Association

Group Practice NameGroup PECOS PAC IDNo. of Members
Marcus J Ko Md Pllc08404226712

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Entity NameMarcus J Ko Md Pllc
Entity TypePart B Supplier - Clinic/group Practice
Entity IdentifiersNPI Number: 1730505736
PECOS PAC ID: 0840422671
Enrollment ID: O20140410000379

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Mailing Address and Practice Location

Mailing AddressPractice Location Address
Dr Christopher M Baloga, DO
5435 Reno Corporate Dr,
Reno, NV 89511-2623

Ph: (775) 322-3311
Dr Christopher M Baloga, DO
5435 Reno Corporate Dr,
Reno, NV 89511-2623

Ph: (775) 322-3311

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