Naveen Sandhu, M.D.
NPI 1164685640 · Nephrology Physician · Flowood, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Naveen Sandhu, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Flowood, MS (NPI 1164685640).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164685640
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21575 (MS)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,294 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 305 | $108 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 226 | $321 |
| 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'SG2211 | 159 | $15 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 145 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 131 | $97 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 111 | 35 |
| Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2)brand: Vitamin D2 | 76 | 17 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 73 | 17 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 65 | 18 |
| Allopurinol | 58 | 14 |
| Carvedilol | 50 | 17 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 37 | — |
| Colchicine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$340 across 15 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-06
- Last updated
- 2025-06-16
- Certified
- 2025-06-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Naveen Sandhu's NPI number?
- Naveen Sandhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164685640, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Naveen Sandhu's specialty?
- Naveen Sandhu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Naveen Sandhu located?
- Naveen Sandhu's practice location on file with NPPES is 102 Riverview Dr, Flowood, MS 39232-8908.
- What is Naveen Sandhu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Naveen Sandhu is (601) 981-1610.
- Does Naveen Sandhu accept Medicare?
- Naveen Sandhu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Naveen Sandhu's NPI active?
- Yes — Naveen Sandhu's NPI (1164685640) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.