Dr. Joseph A. Ball, MD | Gaithersburg, MD | Pulmonologist

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Dr. Joseph Ball treats chronic lung disease, COPD with comorbidities, and respiratory failure, and performs pulmonary function testing. He practices pulmonology and critical care medicine and has 35 years of experience. He is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center and sees patients in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Dr. Ball completed his residency at the University of Alabama Hospital and earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ball 4.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.6

15 Ratings
35 years of experience
46 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Alabama Hospital
5 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Ball's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

15 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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He is one of the best.

March 12th, 2020

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Dr. Ball saved my life when I had pulmonary emboli. I was ignoring my symptoms - typical male behavior - when I went to see him for a routine visit. It turned out my blood oxygen was very low, alarmingly so, and I was short of breath. Dr. Ball walked me up and down the stairs with my finger in his pulse oximeter and it never went much over 80, when it should be in the high nineties. He ordered me to go straight to the ER at Shady Grove and I was treated very well. Dr. Ball handled this with his usual sangfroid, totally calm, although he knew I was in bad shape and needed urgent help. I give him full credit for, in fact, saving my life.

September 6th, 2019

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I see Dr. Ball mostly, but all of them are wonderful! I am a complicated patient with many comorbidities, and they are great with taking everything into consideration and communicating with my other providers. Very professional and kind! The support staff are great too!

Did Well

Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 17th, 2019

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Dr. Ball is both expert in his field and an excellent communicator.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 20th, 2018

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I came into the office and wasa bit skeptical from past experience with doctors. But I actually spen almost an hour with Dr.Ball and it was great. I really felt taken care of and like he was figuring out the problem with me. This was very refreshing and I appreciated the extra attnetion especialy when I was feeling so poorly.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 16th, 2011

Pulmonologists Pc

16220 Frederick Rd Ste 213Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Tel: (301) 963-2770

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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16220 Frederick Rd Ste 110Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Tel: (301) 963-7850

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Dr. Joseph Austin Ball, MD	Dr. Naveed Hasan, MD FCCP, MD	Tracy Jean Simms	Ashley Chae
Pulmonology	Pulmonology	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner
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4.6 (15 Ratings)	4.2 (17 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi
Gaithersburg , MD	Newark , DE	Baltimore , MD	Falls Church , VA
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: King Edward Medical University
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Dr. Joseph Austin Ball holds an expired medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Maryland that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Alabama Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Ball's NPI number is 1447254230.

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Does Dr. Joseph Ball accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Joseph Ball has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Joseph Ball speak?: Dr. Joseph Ball speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Ball affiliated with?: Dr. Joseph Ball is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.
Does Dr. Joseph Ball accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Ball accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Joseph Ball's office located?: Dr. Joseph Ball's office is located at 16220 Frederick Rd Ste 213, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877.

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