Chitra Kandaswamy, M.D.,M.P.H.
NPI 1225146293 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Fresno, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chitra Kandaswamy, M.D.,M.P.H. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Fresno, CA (NPI 1225146293).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225146293
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.,M.P.H.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A92981 (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 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
5,497 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 | 1,625 | $120 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume94010 | 1,446 | $26 |
| Test for Exercise-Induced Lung Stress94618 | 679 | $32 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 409 | $38 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 385 | $55 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 385 | $56 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 2,848 | 1,028 |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 1,146 | 340 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 1,023 | 319 |
| Famotidine | 1,016 | 291 |
| Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Trbrand: Anoro Ellipta | 606 | 193 |
| Tiotropium Br/Olodaterol Hclbrand: Stiolto Respimat | 511 | 186 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$473 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
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2020-04-21
- Certified
- 2020-04-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chitra Kandaswamy's NPI number?
- Chitra Kandaswamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225146293, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chitra Kandaswamy's specialty?
- Chitra Kandaswamy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chitra Kandaswamy located?
- Chitra Kandaswamy's practice location on file with NPPES is 1243 E Spruce Ave Ste 104, Fresno, CA 93720-3379.
- What is Chitra Kandaswamy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chitra Kandaswamy is (559) 326-7659.
- Does Chitra Kandaswamy accept Medicare?
- Chitra Kandaswamy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chitra Kandaswamy's NPI active?
- Yes — Chitra Kandaswamy's NPI (1225146293) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-04-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.