Khalid Sindhu, MD
NPI 1255371712 · Nephrology Physician · Watertown, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Khalid Sindhu, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Watertown, NY (NPI 1255371712).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255371712
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 197030 (NY)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,005 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 653 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 648 | $9 |
| 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 | 623 | $16 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 611 | $7 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 581 | $2 |
| Parathormone (parathyroid Hormone) Level83970 | 487 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 263 | 75 |
| Allopurinol | 228 | 68 |
| Furosemide | 219 | 73 |
| Losartan Potassium | 155 | 45 |
| Spironolactone | 152 | 47 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 127 | 32 |
| Torsemide | 122 | 47 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$102 across 5 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
- 2006-06-06
- Last updated
- 2017-12-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Khalid Sindhu's NPI number?
- Khalid Sindhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255371712, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Khalid Sindhu's specialty?
- Khalid Sindhu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Khalid Sindhu located?
- Khalid Sindhu's practice location on file with NPPES is 19316 US Route 11 Ste B, Watertown, NY 13601-6736.
- What is Khalid Sindhu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Khalid Sindhu is (315) 782-0136.
- Does Khalid Sindhu accept Medicare?
- Khalid Sindhu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Khalid Sindhu's NPI active?
- Yes — Khalid Sindhu's NPI (1255371712) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-12-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.