Nishan Fernando, MD
NPI 1154309938 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Cumming, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nishan Fernando, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Cumming, GA (NPI 1154309938).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154309938
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 56286 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
777 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. 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 .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 296 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 141 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 118 | $96 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 63 | $96 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 34 | $78 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 89 | 20 |
| Hydroxyurea | 72 | 21 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 53 | 32 |
| Anastrozole | 40 | 13 |
| Prednisone | 33 | — |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 27 | 21 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 26 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$941 across 48 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1100 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste 600Atlanta, GA 30342-1739Phone: (404) 256-4777
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-03
- Last updated
- 2026-05-29
- Certified
- 2026-05-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nishan Fernando's NPI number?
- Nishan Fernando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154309938, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nishan Fernando's specialty?
- Nishan Fernando is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nishan Fernando located?
- Nishan Fernando's practice location on file with NPPES is 1505 Northside Blvd Ste 3100, Cumming, GA 30041-7623.
- What is Nishan Fernando's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nishan Fernando is (770) 205-1331.
- Does Nishan Fernando accept Medicare?
- Nishan Fernando is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nishan Fernando's NPI active?
- Yes — Nishan Fernando's NPI (1154309938) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.