Arun Chandrakantan, M.D.
NPI 1346206760 · Nephrology Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arun Chandrakantan, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1346206760).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346206760
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M2920 (TX)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,748 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 50 Minutes99233 | 741 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 611 | $131 |
| 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 | 553 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 347 | $123 |
| 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 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 441 | 98 |
| Prednisone | 381 | 84 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 238 | 63 |
| Carvedilol | 216 | 53 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 145 | 41 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | 133 | 37 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 120 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$422 across 17 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 3604 Live Oak St Ste 100Dallas, TX 75204-6169Phone: (214) 358-2300Fax: (214) 579-6985
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-25
- Last updated
- 2023-11-13
- Certified
- 2023-11-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arun Chandrakantan's NPI number?
- Arun Chandrakantan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346206760, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arun Chandrakantan's specialty?
- Arun Chandrakantan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arun Chandrakantan located?
- Arun Chandrakantan's practice location on file with NPPES is 411 N Washington Ave Ste 6000, Dallas, TX 75246-1789.
- What is Arun Chandrakantan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arun Chandrakantan is (214) 358-2300.
- Does Arun Chandrakantan accept Medicare?
- Arun Chandrakantan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arun Chandrakantan's NPI active?
- Yes — Arun Chandrakantan's NPI (1346206760) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.