Lakshmi Sodagum, M.D.
NPI 1265421283 · Nephrology Physician · Newton, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lakshmi Sodagum, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Newton, NJ (NPI 1265421283).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265421283
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA07648000 (NJ)
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
5,065 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 35 Minutes99232 | 2,028 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 793 | $140 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 404 | $197 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 360 | $183 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 352 | $125 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 57 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 671 | 160 |
| Calcitriol | 493 | 122 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 432 | 92 |
| Torsemide | 402 | 115 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 362 | 101 |
| Carvedilol | 304 | 76 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 191 | 58 |
| Chlorthalidone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20 across 1 record (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
- 2005-10-21
- Last updated
- 2026-03-19
- Certified
- 2026-03-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lakshmi Sodagum's NPI number?
- Lakshmi Sodagum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265421283, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lakshmi Sodagum's specialty?
- Lakshmi Sodagum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lakshmi Sodagum located?
- Lakshmi Sodagum's practice location on file with NPPES is 67 High St, Newton, NJ 07860-1705.
- What is Lakshmi Sodagum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lakshmi Sodagum is (973) 579-5009.
- Does Lakshmi Sodagum accept Medicare?
- Lakshmi Sodagum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lakshmi Sodagum's NPI active?
- Yes — Lakshmi Sodagum's NPI (1265421283) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.