Dr. Douglas Ball, MD

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Ball, Endocrinologist in Baltimore, MD?

Dr. Douglas Ball, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ball completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Ball is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ball’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ball’s office at (410) 955-9270.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ball?

Dr. Douglas Ball, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ball empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endocrine Cancers, Thyroid Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baltimore, MD community, Dr. Ball is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Where did Dr. Ball go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital

Is Dr. Ball board certified as an Endocrinologist?

Yes, Dr. Douglas Ball, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Ball speak?

Dr. Ball and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Ball typically treat?

As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ball diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ball. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Carcinoma
Malignant Thyroid Nodule
Thyroid Gland Cancer

ICD-10 Codes:

C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

Also known as:

Hashimoto's Disease
Thyroid Disease
Hashimoto's disease
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
Hashimoto's thyroiditis

ICD-10 Codes:

E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Ball typically perform?

As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Ball may include:

Please contact Dr. Ball's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Ball accept my insurance?

Dr. Ball accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-9270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ball accept in Baltimore, MD?

Dr. Ball in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Ball's office located?

Dr. Douglas Ball's Primary Practice

600 N Wolfe St

Baltimore, MD 21287

(410) 955-9270

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Dr. Douglas Ball's Practice 2

4940 Eastern Ave

Baltimore, MD 21224

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What hospitals are Dr. Ball affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Ball has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

The Johns Hopkins Hospital,Baltimore, MD

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

What is Dr. Ball's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Ball's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952366007.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ball?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ball

What is Dr. Douglas Ball's specialty?

Dr. Ball is an Endocrinologist near Baltimore, MD.

What does an Endocrinologist do?

An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

Is Dr. Douglas Ball affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Ball is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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