James P Balch, PA-C
James P Balch is a Physician Assistant based in Topeka, KS with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across KS can see James P Balch, PA-C in person in Topeka or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Nebraska College of Medicine (class of 2004), he has been practicing for over 22 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Uses generic medications more than 50% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 262dNPPES updated 2025-09-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.16%
Kansas avg: 5.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
4.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.6%
Kansas avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in KansasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
258
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
353
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,006
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $303k
Percentile rankings compared against 648 reporting peers in Kansas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Board certified · Sep 2, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Education & Training
University of Nebraska College of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Virtual Medical Care With James P Balch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James P Balch for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Topeka required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James P Balch
NPI records show Dr. Balch as active with telehealth listed in Topeka, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (785) 234-0880.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James P Balch
Practice Location
601 Sw Corporate Vw Ste 200, Topeka, KS 66615-1245
Mailing Address
601 Sw Corporate Vw Ste 200, Topeka, KS 66615-1245
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