Santhosh Ambika, MD
NPI 1174747323 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Reno, NV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Santhosh Ambika, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Reno, NV (NPI 1174747323).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174747323
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 16308 (NV)
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 tenure25% of score
19 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
7,957 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,116 | $124 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,104 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,015 | $9 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 826 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 550 | $176 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 115 | 35 |
| Hydroxyurea | 103 | 27 |
| Zanubrutinibbrand: Brukinsa | 61 | 12 |
| Lenalidomidebrand: Revlimid | 58 | 14 |
| Prednisone | 53 | 32 |
| Ruxolitinib Phosphatebrand: Jakafi | 50 | — |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 41 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22,511 across 85 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
- 2007-04-12
- Last updated
- 2019-05-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Santhosh Ambika's NPI number?
- Santhosh Ambika's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174747323, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Santhosh Ambika's specialty?
- Santhosh Ambika is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Santhosh Ambika located?
- Santhosh Ambika's practice location on file with NPPES is 5423 Reno Corporate Dr., Reno, NV 89511-2250.
- What is Santhosh Ambika's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Santhosh Ambika is (775) 329-0873.
- Does Santhosh Ambika accept Medicare?
- Santhosh Ambika is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Santhosh Ambika's NPI active?
- Yes — Santhosh Ambika's NPI (1174747323) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-05-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.