Padmaja Kolachana, M.D.
NPI 1316979305 · Nephrology Physician · Fairfax, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Padmaja Kolachana, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Fairfax, VA (NPI 1316979305).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316979305
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101056555 (VA)
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
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
1,547 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 | 463 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 358 | $108 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 237 | $122 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 172 | $174 |
| 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 | 81 | $18 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 86 | 28 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 78 | 22 |
| Losartan Potassium | 62 | 21 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 41 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 36 | 15 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 33 | — |
| Calcium Acetate | 32 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$145 across 4 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
- 2006-07-07
- Last updated
- 2008-06-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Padmaja Kolachana's NPI number?
- Padmaja Kolachana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316979305, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Padmaja Kolachana's specialty?
- Padmaja Kolachana is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Padmaja Kolachana located?
- Padmaja Kolachana's practice location on file with NPPES is 8316 Arlington Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22031-5207.
- What is Padmaja Kolachana's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Padmaja Kolachana is (703) 560-1313.
- Does Padmaja Kolachana accept Medicare?
- Padmaja Kolachana is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Padmaja Kolachana's NPI active?
- Yes — Padmaja Kolachana's NPI (1316979305) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-06-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.