Scott Andrew Balson, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine Family Medicine
Scott Andrew Balson is a Geriatric Medicine Family Medicine specialist based in Tacoma, WA with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: FAMILY PRACTICE, GENERAL PRACTICE
Scott Andrew Balson, M.D. practices as part of a group geriatric medicine family medicine specialist practice in Tacoma, WA. A University of Washington School of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Uses generic medications more than 81% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4147dNPPES updated 2015-01-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
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 = better2.87%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Washington2.87% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.2%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.4 pts)
Better than 81% of reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
329
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
372
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,035
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $179k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — 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 · 1989
University of Washington School of Medicine
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A family medicine physician with special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes, and the hospital.
Taxonomy: 207QG0300X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Scott Andrew Balson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Scott Andrew Balson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Tacoma 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 Scott Andrew Balson
NPI records show Dr. Balson as active with telehealth listed in Tacoma, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 459-6597.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Scott Andrew Balson
Practice Location
1901 S Union Ave # 244, Tacoma, WA 98405-1702
Mailing Address
1901 S Union Ave # 244, Tacoma, WA 98405-1702
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