Krisna Chai, M.D.
NPI 1013007202 · Gastroenterology Physician · Santa Clara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Krisna Chai, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Santa Clara, CA (NPI 1013007202).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1013007202
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A85306 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 216 | 211 |
| Ursodiol | 46 | 19 |
| Entecavir | 44 | 14 |
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 40 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 35 | 15 |
| Budesonidebrand: Budesonide Dr | 24 | — |
| Mesalamine | 24 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-16
- Last updated
- 2021-12-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Krisna Chai's NPI number?
- Krisna Chai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013007202, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Krisna Chai's specialty?
- Krisna Chai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Krisna Chai located?
- Krisna Chai's practice location on file with NPPES is 710 Lawrence Expy, Santa Clara, CA 95051-5173.
- What is Krisna Chai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Krisna Chai is (408) 851-1000.
- Does Krisna Chai accept Medicare?
- Krisna Chai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Krisna Chai's NPI active?
- Yes — Krisna Chai's NPI (1013007202) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.