Lekha George, MD
NPI 1184859993 · Nephrology Physician · Memphis, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lekha George, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Memphis, TN (NPI 1184859993).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184859993
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 44391 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
609 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 146 | $355 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 129 | $71 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 80 | $120 |
| Dialysis Procedure Including 1 Evaluation90945 | 55 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 49 | $130 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 47 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 65 | 14 |
| Furosemide | 60 | 20 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 46 | 18 |
| Carvedilol | 34 | 13 |
| Losartan Potassium | 25 | 11 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 25 | — |
| Bumetanide | 24 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$92 across 3 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
- 2009-05-22
- Last updated
- 2023-01-25
- Certified
- 2023-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lekha George's NPI number?
- Lekha George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184859993, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lekha George's specialty?
- Lekha George is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lekha George located?
- Lekha George's practice location on file with NPPES is 1325 Eastmoreland,, Memphis, TN 38104-7514.
- What is Lekha George's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lekha George is (901) 448-7782.
- Does Lekha George accept Medicare?
- Lekha George is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lekha George's NPI active?
- Yes — Lekha George's NPI (1184859993) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.