Krishna Chaitanya Keri, MD
NPI 1285947473 · Nephrology Physician · Gadsden, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Krishna Chaitanya Keri, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Gadsden, AL (NPI 1285947473).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285947473
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 56880 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
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 tenure28% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
6 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
5,547 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 1,956 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,117 | $102 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 521 | $39 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 432 | $36 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 334 | $63 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 364 | 156 |
| Calcitriol | 283 | 109 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 156 | 75 |
| Losartan Potassium | 154 | 77 |
| Potassium Chloride | 152 | 76 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 108 | 55 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 105 | 51 |
| Lisinopril |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (5)
- 2525 US Highway 431 Ste 270Boaz, AL 35957-5934Phone: (256) 485-0899Fax: (866) 265-9563
- 2001 Cades Ave SwFort Payne, AL 35968-3554Phone: (256) 485-0899Fax: (866) 265-9563
- 7938 Al Highway 69 Ste 360Guntersville, AL 35976-7177Phone: (256) 485-0899Fax: (866) 265-9563
- 2055 E South Blvd Ste 708Montgomery, AL 36116-2014Phone: (334) 457-7212Fax: (866) 265-9563
- 70 Plaza DrPell City, AL 35125-9314Phone: (256) 485-0899Fax: (866) 265-9563
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-07-16
- Last updated
- 2025-01-02
- Certified
- 2025-01-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Krishna Chaitanya Keri's NPI number?
- Krishna Chaitanya Keri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285947473, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Krishna Chaitanya Keri's specialty?
- Krishna Chaitanya Keri is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Krishna Chaitanya Keri located?
- Krishna Chaitanya Keri's practice location on file with NPPES is 1026 Goodyear Ave Ste 302b, Gadsden, AL 35903-1194.
- What is Krishna Chaitanya Keri's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Krishna Chaitanya Keri is (256) 485-0899.
- Does Krishna Chaitanya Keri accept Medicare?
- Krishna Chaitanya Keri is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Krishna Chaitanya Keri's NPI active?
- Yes — Krishna Chaitanya Keri's NPI (1285947473) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.