Quick answers
- Does Ellaine M. Ballard accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Ellaine M. Ballard accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is Ellaine M. Ballard's NPI number?
- 1972145878. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Ellaine M. Ballard is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 1300 Woodland AveWest Des Moines, IA 50265 (515) 280‑3860
- 1801 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50314 (515) 282‑2200
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Ellaine M. Ballard as a member of these groups (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Broadlawns Medical Center306 clinicians in the group
- United Community Services Inc13 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Mental Health Counselorprimary
Other mental health counselors in West Des Moines
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in West Des Moines, IA — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Broadlawns Medical Center
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| School | Drake University College Of Medicine |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 2017 |
| Gender (as listed) | Female |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| Telehealth | Offers telehealth services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1972145878 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians